Publisher's Synopsis
The first time you hear that your 7-year-old son is weak in "executive functions" it sounds like a joke. No kidding-that's why he's a first-grader, not a CEO. But executive function is the essential self-regulating skills that we all use every day to accomplish just about everything. They help us plan, organize, make decisions, shift between situations or thoughts, control our emotions and impulsivity, and learn from past mistakes.
But how we can help our kids to improve this skill? Discover in this book for useful information.
This book is filled with expert advice and actionable strategies that can help your smart but scattered child build the skills they need to thrive both at school and at home.
- Quick assessment tools-Better understand your child's level of executive function and learn what motivates them, for stronger communication and connection.
- Expert advice-Learn how to build confidence and autonomy in your smart but scattered child with research-based guidance for helping them practice self-control, manage time, follow routines, beat procrastination, and more.
- Common sense explanations-Explore how executive function works in clear, simple language, and then apply what you learned through fun activities like using code words and making memory boards.
Build better habits and routines in smart but scattered kids with this book now.
