Working Memory

Designed for small groups, this resource focuses on practical strategies to improve working memory through interactive games and exercises. It empowers students with concrete tools to enhance their daily learning and task completion.

This 6-session lesson is designed for an 11th grader to enhance executive function skills, focusing on improving working memory and reading comprehension. These skills are crucial for academic success and everyday problem-solving, empowering students to manage tasks more effectively and improve their learning outcomes. Each session is 45 minutes long and includes a variety of engaging activities and discussions to reinforce learning.

A fun 30-minute working memory boost for 5th graders through sequences and details recall, improving focus and retention in everyday tasks. This Tier 1 classroom lesson uses interactive drills and reflection.

This series of 5 lessons is designed to help 1st-grade students strengthen their working memory through fun, engaging activities and games. Each session is 15 minutes and focuses on different aspects of memory recall and processing, crucial for academic success and daily life.

A targeted one-on-one intervention for 8th–10th grade students focusing on working memory strategies through scaffolds, rehearsal loops, and cue cards. This 25-minute session will equip teachers with a structured plan and resources to support individual executive function challenges.

A targeted 50-minute lesson designed to boost a 6th grader's working memory through engaging strategies and practice. This individual session provides structured activities, discussions, and interactive games to help the student retain information, follow multi-step instructions, and apply memory techniques.

This lesson focuses on enhancing executive functioning skills in 4th-grade students through engaging activities and discussions. By incorporating project-based and experiential learning strategies, students will actively participate in exercises that promote skills such as planning, organization, and emotional regulation. This lesson is crucial as it helps students develop essential skills for academic success and personal growth.

This 15-minute group lesson helps college students with Down Syndrome improve their executive function skills, specifically task initiation and prioritization, through an engaging activity. It's designed for small group support (Tier 2).

This lesson introduces first-grade students to executive functioning skills through a fun and interactive activity followed by a worksheet. Executive functioning skills are crucial for students as they help with planning, focusing attention, remembering instructions, and juggling multiple tasks successfully. By engaging in this lesson, students will begin to develop these foundational skills in a supportive and enjoyable environment.

This lesson aims to enhance executive functioning skills in middle school students with ADHD through active learning strategies. By engaging students in interactive activities, the lesson will help them develop skills such as organization, time management, and task prioritization. These skills are crucial for academic success and personal growth, especially for students with ADHD who may face challenges in these areas.

In this lesson, students will explore executive functioning deficits and their solutions. They will watch a video to understand the concept and then engage in a group activity to identify common challenges and brainstorm practical solutions. This lesson is important as it equips students with strategies to improve their executive functioning skills, which are crucial for academic and personal success.

In this small-group toolkit, 5th graders practice and apply chunking and visualization strategies to enhance working memory in multi-step tasks. This 20-minute session builds executive function skills, helping students tackle complex instructions with confidence.

This lesson focuses on enhancing executive functioning skills in third graders through a fun and interactive activity followed by a reflective discussion. Executive functioning skills are crucial for students as they help in planning, organizing, and managing tasks effectively. By engaging in this lesson, students will practice these skills in a supportive environment, which will aid in their academic and personal growth.

This individualized resource provides targeted strategies and practice for a student struggling with specific impulsive behaviors. It's vital for offering personalized support and building coping mechanisms for challenging situations. Audience: 3rd Grade Student. Duration: 25 minutes. 1 session.

This lesson focuses on enhancing executive functioning skills in second graders through a fun and interactive activity. Executive functioning skills are crucial for students as they help with planning, organization, and self-control, which are essential for academic success and daily life. By engaging in this activity, students will practice these skills in a supportive and enjoyable environment, fostering their development and confidence.

In this Tier 3 individual lesson, a 5th grader learns strategies to boost working memory by following and memorizing a sequence of treasure clues. Over a 30-minute session, the student uses a guided map, clue decks, and a hands-on classroom clue hunt to practice retaining and applying multi-step information. This targeted practice helps strengthen executive function and real-world problem-solving skills.

A classroom-wide rubric for 5th graders to assess their use of working memory strategies during class activities. This rubric helps teachers and students track growth in recall skills, focusing on chunking, visualization, rehearsal, and organization. Audience: 5th Grade, Tier 1, Duration: one 30-minute session.

This lesson is designed for a highly intelligent student with ADHD, focusing on impulse control and decision-making skills. Over two 30-minute sessions, the lesson will use engaging activities and games to help the student develop strategies to pause and reflect before acting, which is crucial for personal and academic success.

This 1-hour lesson helps Pre-primary 1 and 2 students understand and practice impulse control through engaging activities and discussions. Learning to manage impulses is a crucial life skill for positive social interactions and decision-making.

This 15-minute, individual lesson is designed for a 9-year-old boy with possible ADHD and Autism to help him develop strategies for impulse control. It's important because learning to control impulses can improve decision-making, social interactions, and overall self-management.

A 60-minute individual session for Benjamin to strengthen executive function skills—task initiation, sustained attention, flexible transitions, emotional regulation, working memory, and self-monitoring—using visual supports, interactive activities, and reflection. This targeted Tier 3 support will help Benjamin build foundational life skills for academic and personal success.

In this 15-minute individual Tier 3 session, students will practice visual-spatial working memory by viewing and reproducing sequences of colored shapes. This targeted intervention strengthens executive function and supports independent learning.

A focused 15-minute, one-on-one lesson designed to help a 4th grader with ADHD learn and practice impulse control strategies. This session is critical for building self-regulation skills, reducing impulsive behaviors like touching or spitting, and increasing on-task focus. Audience: Individual student (4th grade) with ADHD. Sessions: 1. Duration: 15 minutes.

This resource provides exercises to strengthen executive function skills like working memory, flexible thinking, and self-control. Training these cognitive 'muscles' enhances students' ability to plan, organize, and execute tasks effectively, crucial for academic success. Designed for 11th Grade Group, 25 minutes.

A 3-session, Tier 3 intervention for a 3rd grader struggling with impulsive inappropriate words. Over three 20-minute sessions, the student will learn self-monitoring strategies, practice positive communication, and build impulse control through engaging activities, readings, and videos.

This 10-minute Tier 3 lesson is designed for a 7th-grade student with autism, low executive functioning, and limited communication. It focuses on building work stamina and reducing work refusal through visual supports and structured engagement. The lesson aims to help the student understand expectations and increase task completion by breaking down work into manageable steps.

In this 30-minute one-on-one session, a 7th grader struggling with impulsivity learns the Stop-Think-Go self-regulation method—using a traffic-light check and deep breathing—to pause before reacting and choose thoughtful responses, boosting focus and confidence.

This 40-minute lesson for 5th-grade special education students (severe learning language setting) helps students develop self-control by teaching them a simple strategy to pause, think about consequences, and choose appropriate actions. It will help students manage impulses and make better choices in the classroom and beyond.

This 30-minute individual lesson for 8th graders helps students develop personalized strategies to improve their focus and participation in class, leading to better learning outcomes and reduced frustration. It's crucial for students who struggle with attention during lessons.

In this 30-minute individualized session, 8th graders will develop key executive functioning skills—planning, organization, and self-monitoring—through fun, interactive challenges. Strengthening these skills helps students manage tasks more effectively and build confidence in academics and everyday life.

This lesson is designed to help an 8th-grade male student with ADHD reduce impulsive behaviors through engaging, game-based learning. The lesson includes a video that provides foundational knowledge about ADHD and impulsivity, followed by an interactive activity that allows the student to practice impulse control in a fun and supportive environment. A worksheet will be used to reinforce learning and encourage reflection on the strategies discussed. This lesson is important as it provides practical tools and strategies to help the student manage impulsivity, which can improve his academic and social interactions.

This lesson focuses on helping a 3rd grade student with impulsivity learn to regulate their behavior in a classroom setting. Using game-based learning, the lesson includes a scenario-based activity set in a PE context to engage the student actively. This approach is important as it provides a practical and interactive way for the student to understand and practice self-regulation, which is crucial for their social and academic success.

This lesson focuses on helping students with autism manage impulsivity and verbal threats through self-awareness and communication strategies. By engaging in activities that promote emotional regulation and effective communication, students will learn to recognize their impulses and express themselves in a positive manner. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential skills to navigate social interactions and reduce conflicts.

This lesson focuses on helping students with autism manage impulsivity and verbal threats through self-awareness and communication strategies. By engaging in activities that promote emotional regulation and effective communication, students will learn to recognize their impulses and express themselves in a positive manner. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential skills to navigate social interactions and reduce conflicts.

This 30-minute Tier 3 individual lesson for 6th-grade student Daniel focuses on improving his ability to follow verbal instructions. This skill is crucial for academic success and daily interactions, empowering Daniel to better understand expectations and respond appropriately across school settings. The lesson aims for Daniel to demonstrate success in 80% of opportunities, as measured by counselor and teacher observation.

A 15-minute one-on-one session for a neurodivergent kindergarten student struggling with attention and task completion. This Tier 3 intervention uses sensory breaks, choice boards, and positive reinforcement to build engagement and reduce defiant behaviors.

This lesson helps Secondary 1 and 2 students understand and improve their impulse control. Students will learn strategies to pause before reacting, think about consequences, and act intentionally. This 1-hour session provides practical tools for everyday situations.

Students in a 6th grade social skills small group will learn strategies to pause and think before acting. Over one 40-minute Tier 2 session, they’ll co-create a Think-Then-Act plan, practice identifying ‘pause points’ in scenarios, reflect on impulsive triggers, and track their progress with an Impulse Log. This session builds self-regulation skills to help reduce impulsive behaviors in real-life settings.

This lesson is designed to help 1st-grade students understand and practice impulse control through engaging activities. By using active learning and game-based strategies, students will learn to pause and think before acting, which is crucial for their social and academic development. The lesson includes a fun game, a worksheet, and a discussion to reinforce the concepts.

This two-session lesson is designed for an 8th grade male student with ADHD who struggles with impulse control and understanding cause and effect. The goal is to help the student develop strategies to pause and think before acting, and to find alternative activities to replace negative choices. Each session is 15 minutes long, focusing on practical and relatable scenarios to empower the student to make better decisions.

This lesson aims to help English language learners improve their focus and manage impulsivity through engaging activities. By incorporating game-based and collaborative learning strategies, students will practice self-regulation in a supportive environment. This lesson is crucial for developing essential skills that aid in academic success and personal growth.

This lesson focuses on developing active listening skills among middle school EBD students. Through a combination of video content and interactive activities, students will learn the importance of patience, non-verbal communication, and empathy in listening. This lesson is crucial as it helps students build stronger relationships and enhances their communication skills, which are vital for personal and academic success.

This lesson introduces 6th graders to the concept of executive function skills, focusing on organization and time management. Through engaging activities, students will learn the importance of these skills in managing both short and long-term assignments. This foundational lesson is crucial as it sets the stage for developing strategies that will aid students in their academic and personal lives.

This 9-session curriculum helps 6th-grade students develop essential executive functioning skills like organization, planning, and self-control. Each 30-minute session focuses on practical strategies for improving academic performance and social-emotional well-being within a small group setting. This lesson is crucial for helping students manage their learning and emotions effectively.

This lesson engages students in cognitive exercises and puzzles to strengthen their impulse control abilities. By challenging their thinking and promoting strategic decision-making, students will develop better self-regulation skills. This lesson is important as it helps students improve their focus, patience, and decision-making, which are crucial for academic and personal success.

In this 10-minute individual session, a 5th grader will strengthen executive functioning and listening skills by practicing following multi-step directions through interactive discussion and a hands-on activity. This helps build classroom readiness, independence, and confidence.

This lesson introduces executive functioning skills to an individual autistic Grade 6 student, focusing on practical strategies for planning and organization. It aims to empower the student with tools to manage tasks more effectively, fostering independence and reducing anxiety over 1 session of 30 minutes.

This lesson focuses on teaching impulse control through engaging activities tailored for a 6th-grade male student with low cognitive and reading abilities. By using experiential and game-based learning strategies, the lesson aims to help the student understand and practice impulse control in a supportive environment. This lesson is crucial as it equips the student with essential skills to manage impulses, leading to better decision-making and social interactions.

This lesson focuses on enhancing students' executive functioning skills, specifically targeting goal setting, working memory, organizing/prioritizing, self-monitoring, and flexible thinking. Designed for a small group, this 15-minute session will provide practical strategies to improve time management, crucial for academic success and personal growth.

This individual-focused curriculum helps 5th grader Ethan learn to recognize internal cues signaling impulsivity and practice pausing before reacting. Through a 30-minute one-on-one session, Ethan will build self-awareness and apply pre-taught strategies. Essential materials include a lesson plan, slide deck, script, warm-up, activity, worksheet, and cool-down.

This lesson aims to help elementary students understand and manage impulsivity through engaging activities. By using game-based and active learning strategies, students will learn to recognize impulsive behaviors and practice self-control in a fun and interactive way. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential social-emotional skills that contribute to better decision-making and interpersonal relationships.

This lesson provides individual students with techniques to improve their ability to remember and follow directions, using mnemonic devices and repetition strategies. It's important because it empowers students with skills to enhance their memory and attention, crucial for academic success. Designed for a 2nd-grade student, this session lasts 20 minutes and focuses on Tier 3 individual support.

This lesson focuses on helping 5th-grade students understand and manage impulsivity by learning to pause and think before acting. Through a combination of discussion, video, and interactive activities, students will explore the concept of the 'upstairs' and 'downstairs' brain and practice strategies to regain control over their emotions. This lesson is crucial for developing self-regulation skills, which are essential for academic success and personal well-being.

An interactive resource exploring techniques to boost working memory by visualizing and juggling multiple ideas. Helps whole-class stay organized by practicing memory holds in a fun way. Audience: 9th Grade Class, Tier 1, One 45-minute session.

This lesson helps 7th-grade students understand executive functioning skills and how to strengthen them for better learning and organization. This 30-minute lesson is designed for a whole classroom setting and can be facilitated by clinical staff.

This lesson engages students in cognitive exercises and puzzles to strengthen their impulse control abilities. Through strategic decision-making and problem-solving activities, students will learn to manage their impulses effectively. This lesson is crucial for developing self-regulation skills, which are essential for academic success and personal growth.

This lesson helps students develop impulse control strategies specifically within the context of solving math problems. By learning to pause and think before acting, students can reduce errors and improve their problem-solving skills. This is a Tier 1 classroom-wide lesson for all students, designed for a single 15-minute session.

A single 90-minute individualized session for a 7th grader with ADHD focused on building impulse control through the evidence-based Stop-Think-Act strategy. This lesson empowers students to identify triggers, practice self-monitoring, and develop personalized plans to pause before responding—essential skills for academic success and social-emotional growth.

This two-session lesson focuses on teaching students executive functioning skills, crucial for improving work completion and overall academic success. Through engaging activities, worksheets, and readings, students will learn strategies to enhance their planning, organization, and time management skills.