Executive Functioning Skills in High School

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(1 minute read)Here’s a quick and simple strategy for high school students who struggle with intense schedules that require changing classes, books, and materials every 40 minutes. For those students who already do it, kudos to you!

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(30 second read)So I shared a nice social story last week (about having a successful year in 4th grade) and a colleague of mine commented that she’d like to believe that it sticks in their head when they get…

No Way! Not another bad school year!

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                                       (One minute read)It happens. Sometimes kids have had one or two or three (or more) difficult school years. Does history have…

When a child makes a fuss about being late

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(One minute read)Question:

Hi. My child gets quite rigid about timing. For example, getting somewhere a little late is a huge deal for him.

Any suggestions?

Answer: Here is a social story you may use (or modify as needed.)…

When a child is rigid…

OCD

(Four minute read)Question:

Hi. I love the weekly posts. It could be you already covered this topic, but if you didn’t, I’d love some ideas on helping a kid who sees things as black & white.

For example, his…

Fostering an environment for healthy friendships

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(Three minute read)Hi! One of my friends and colleagues asked me today if I’m “doing” summer. It took me a moment to catch on. Yes, I’ve been “doing” summer the last four weeks and loving every moment of it! I…

Bullying Strategy #3

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The question is… Whom do I want to be friends with??!!Children can learn to make an informed choice.

(Four minute read)Ultimately, we want our children to hang around nice kids who treat them well, make them feel…

Bullying Strategy #2

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Bullying Shortcut

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                                                          (One minute read)A friend of mine called me and told me…

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