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Executive Functions - Intervention Strategies

“Executive Functions - Intervention Strategies” supports the development of skills like self-regulation, working memory, and cognitive flexibility in children aged 3 to 6. It includes five sections with activities that promote self-confidence and autonomy. It’s a valuable guide for parents, teachers, and therapists, combining theory and practical application to help children develop critical cognitive skills through enjoyable and creative activities.

The book provides:

✔️ EFEF (3-6 years) - Evaluation tool with scoring scales.

✔️ 59 applicable strategies and games that facilitate the development of executive functions.


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Description

Executive Functions

Age Group: 3+

Executive functions are a set of cognitive processes that enable children to plan, concentrate, memorize information, and adapt to new situations. This book is based on scientific approaches and offers a structured framework for developing these skills in preschool children.

The content is organized into five subject areas, each of which focuses on specific skills:

  • Inhibitory control - Activities that strengthen self-control and help children inhibit impulsive reactions.
  • Working memory - Games and strategies that improve the ability to remember and manage information.
  • Cognitive flexibility - Exercises that promote adaptability to new circumstances and problem-solving ability.
  • Self-regulation - Methods that promote emotions management and attention maintenance.
  • Planning and organization - Practices that help children develop organization skills through creative activities.

The book provides:

✔️ A theoretical approach to executive functions.

✔️ EFEF (3-6 years) - Evaluation tool with scoring scales.

✔️ 59 applicable strategies and games that facilitate the development of executive functions.

The activities include clear instructions and can be adapted to the needs of each child. In addition, the book provides practical suggestions for evaluating progress, incorporating examples from everyday life.

“Executive Functions - Intervention Strategies” is a valuable tool for parents, teachers, and therapists to help children develop the cognitive and behavioral skills necessary for coping with school and social life.

You may also be interested in the book "ATTENTION AND CONCENTRATION".

Specifications

  • Book format
    Paper or PDF file
  • SKU
    EN-EB1143
  • Age
    Preschoolers
  • Number of pages
    166
  • Dimensions
    8.5 x 11 inches
  • Author
    Alice Kassotaki - Speech Language Pathologist MSc, BSc
  • Pagination
    Alice Kassotaki
  • Year of publication
    2025

Contents

Introduction

  • The book’s objectives
  • How to use this book
  • Executive functions
  • Stages of children development (preschoolers)
  • Impulsive behavior in children

Inhibitory control

  • Definition and significance
  • Inhibitory control: Bari and Robbins model
  • Examples from everyday life
  • The role of inhibitory control in children's behavior
  • Main areas where inhibitory control is useful in young children
  • When stopping is difficult: The impact of inhibitory control deficit on children
  • Motor inhibition activities
  • Speech inhibition activities

Self-regulation

  • Definition and significance
  • Strategies for managing emotions
  • The role of teachers and parents
  • Emotional regulation activities

Working memory

  • Definition and significance
  • Stages of working memory development in children aged 3 to 6
  • Baddeley's model
  • The role of working memory in preschool children's learning
  • Tips for improving working memory at home
  • Working memory activities

Cognitive flexibility

  • Definition and significance
  • Cognitive flexibility characteristics
  • Cognitive flexibility difficulties
  • Cognitive flexibility activities

Planning and organization

  • Definition and significance
  • Planning and organization skills
  • Application in everyday life
  • Reinforcement strategies
  • Planning and organization activities

Annex

  • Executive Function Evaluation Form for children aged 3 to 6 years old (EFEF)
  • Evaluation form
  • Questionnaire scoring system
  • Evaluation grid
  • Example of completed form and interpretation of results

Age

Preschoolers

Author

Alice Kassotaki - Speech Language Pathologist MSc, BSc

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