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Executive Functions - Intervention Strategies | 6-12 years old

Educational tool for improving attention, planning, organization and self-regulation in school-age children

“Executive Functions – Intervention Guide | 6–12 years old” is a complete practical guide for strengthening self-regulation, working memory, cognitive flexibility, and inhibition skills in school-age children. It includes activities, games, and exercises designed by specialists, aiming to improve daily functioning and learning performance. It offers structured units with clear instructions and material ready for immediate use in individual or group interventions. It’s ideal for teachers, occupational therapists, psychologists, and speech-language therapists.


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Five structured units targeting core executive skills: inhibitory control, working memory, cognitive flexibility, self-regulation, and planning–organization.

Scientifically grounded framework with clear theoretical background to support informed intervention.

EFEF (6–12 years) assessment tool for measuring executive function levels before and after intervention.

63 creative, structured, and engaging activities with step-by-step instructions, variations, and ready-to-print worksheets.

Flexible application for individualized programs or classroom use, enhancing focus, organization, emotional regulation, and adaptability.

Description

Age Group: 6+

A complete educational and therapy-ready tool designed to support the development of essential executive functions that form the foundation for learning, behavior, and social adjustment in children. It’s intended for teachers, psychologists, occupational therapists, speech-language therapists, and special educators, offering scientifically grounded and practically applicable material for school-age children.

The content of the book is structured into five thematic units, each dedicated to a critical component of executive functions:

  • Inhibitory control: Includes activities that help children manage impulsive reactions, cultivate self-control, and develop mindful decision-making.
  • Working memory: Offers games and exercises that strengthen information retention and processing, problem-solving, and the understanding of complex concepts.
  • Cognitive flexibility: Focuses on the ability to change strategy and adapt to new situations, fostering creative thinking and resourcefulness.
  • Self-regulation: Includes methods that support emotion management, concentration, and goal-directed persistence through activities centered on awareness and emotional stability.
  • Planning and organization: Provides practical exercises that help children organize time, tasks, and goals through creative activities with clear steps.

Each activity includes clear application instructions, suggested variations, and worksheets ready to print and use in individual or group settings.

The guide combines theory with practice, enabling professionals to design individualized intervention programs or integrate the exercises into the school routine to improve concentration, organization, emotional regulation, and adaptability.

Combining a scientific base with a practical orientation, “Executive Functions – Intervention Guide | 6–12 years” is an essential tool for every professional who aims to strengthen children’s cognitive and emotional development, contributing significantly to their success in the school and social environment.

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Specifications

  • Book format
    Paper or PDF file
  • Age
    School-aged children
  • Number of pages
    167
  • 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 (School-age children)
  • Factors that influence the development of executive functions in school-age children
  • 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 school-age 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 6 to 12
  • Baddeley's model
  • The role of working memory in learning for school-age children
  • 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 6 to 12 years old (EFEF)
  • Evaluation form
  • Questionnaire scoring system
  • Evaluation grid
  • Example of completed form and interpretation of results

Author

Alice Kassotaki - Speech Language Pathologist MSc, BSc

Writing is a solitary affair, and that's something I enjoy most of the time. Of course, I equally enjoy the company of my young and older students.

I started working as a speech therapist in 2000. Thirteen years later, I wrote the first book. I wanted to share the knowledge and personal experience I have gained over the years. I have not stopped writing since then, and at the same time, I continue to practice my profession. One complements the other. The children show me the way, and I join them in easy and challenging paths.

Age

School-aged children

Author

Alice Kassotaki - Speech Language Pathologist MSc, BSc

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Customers praised this evidence-based resource for supporting executive functioning skills in children aged 6-12. Reviewers described it as "easy to understand and implement" with "engaging activities." Teachers found success using the games virtually, while allied health professionals appreciated the practical, straightforward strategies suitable for school and home environments.

  • Easy to understand and implement. I teach virtually and the kids love the games.
  • Provides the WHY and HOW to supporting executive functioning skills. Engaging activities.
  • Evidence-based resource great for allied health, school, and home.
  • 5 stars: 32 (84%)
  • 4 stars: 5 (13%)
  • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
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  • 1 star: 1 (3%)
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Sarai D.L.R.A.
Muy buen contenido de las actividades y fácil de

Muy buen contenido de las actividades y fácil de aplicarlas

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Techqueengrandma
Great to pick up and use immediately 🥰

This is such a great book. Easy to understand and implement. I teach virtually and the kids love the games. This is a win win.

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Anonymous
Εκτελεστικες λειτουργίες

Βοηθητικό στη μνήμη εργασίας

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Anonymous
Excelente título, muy ilustrativo

Excelente título, muy ilustrativo y una herramienta muy útil

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ΚΩΝΣΤΑΝΤΙΝΑ Κ.
Εξαιρετικό

Εξαιρετικό εγχειρίδιο!

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Marie M.
Très intéressant

Cet ouvrage est très intéressant. Il y a un point théorique pour chaque fonction exécutive, et les fiches activités sont claires, simples, et utilisables immédiatement. Les pistes de différenciation permettent de les adapter aux besoins spécifiques des élèves.

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Estelle G.
Très bien

Ce livre est très bien conçu, les explications sont très claire sur les fonctions exécutives et sont très complètes. Les activités proposés sont variés et bien pensées. Je les adapte en fonction de l'enfant.

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Κατερίνα Β.
αξιζει τα χρηματα του.

παρα πολυ καλη δουλεια, το βιβλιο αξιζει καθε ευρω που εδωσα. συνγχαρητηρια για την αψοξη δουλεια σας.

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Anonymous
Je n'ai jamais reçu l'article commandé

Je n'ai jamais reçu l'article commandé.

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Anonymous
Muy completo y fácil de

Muy completo y fácil de aplicar

C
Concepcion

Me gusta, estoy en la lectura

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Anonymous
Vraiment bien

Vraiment bien 👍

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Anonymous
Recomendado

Muy buen material para evaluar y trabajar de acuerdo a las necesidades específicas

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Kristy C.-.S.P.
This book provides the WHY and HOW

This book provides the WHY and HOW to supporting and developing executive functioning skills in the age range. Straight forward to read, with engaging activities.

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Anonymous
La escala EFEF es un plus para la intervención

Buen recurso para trabajar las funciones ejecutivas, ayuda mucho aplicar la escala EFEF que viene dentro del mismo libro

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Langella

Ottimo acquisto

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Anonymous
Practical, easy-to-follow, evidence-based strategies to support executive function skills

An excellent, evidence-based resource great for use in allied health, school, and home. Easy to follow practical strategies to support the development of executive functioning skills. Highly recommend this resource.

M
Maria
terapia funzioni esecutive

ottimo contenuto e soprattutto pratico

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Jose M.A.G.
Très aidant!

Le manuel est clair et donne des activités clair pour réaliser avec les enfants. Recommandé à 100%

L
Laura P.
Beaucoup de bonnes idées

Beaucoup de bonnes idées concrètes

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Patricia p.
Utile

Ce que j'apprécie le plus, ce dont les propositions d'intervention, activités de remédiation suggérées

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Anonymous
Parfait !!!!

Les fonctions exécutives - Stratégies d’intervention | 6–12 ans

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Marta V.
Ottimo testo

Il libro è bel scritto, di facile comprensione sia per i clinici che per i genitori. Gli esercizi sono fattibili e divertenti. Assolutamente consigliato

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Anonymous
Πολυ καλο

Πολυ καλο υλικο

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Ελενη Κ.Χ.
Αναλυτικό υλικό σε θεωρητικο και πρακτικό επίπεδο

Πολύ χρήσιμο υλικό και αρκετά κατατοπιστικό καθώς προσφέρει και το θεωρητικό υπόβαθρο αλλά και ιδέες για διάφορες δραστηριότητες

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Αγγελική Π.
Εξαιρετική δουλειά!

Εξαιρετική δουλειά, ευχαριστούμε για άλλη μια φορά την Αλίκη ,για την ολοκληρωμένη και καλά τεκμηριωμένη εισαγωγή στις εκτελεστικές λειτουργίες. Αποτελεί αξιόλογο εργαλείο για νέους αλλά και έμπειρους λογοθεραπευτές με μεγάλη ποικιλία δραστηριοτήτων.

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Anonymous
Αρκετά καλο

Αρκετά καλο υλικο!

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Anonymous

Ευχαριστώ πολύ για την προέκδοση· πραγματικά μου άφησε εξαιρετικές εντυπώσεις. Το βιβλίο είναι καλοδουλεμένο, με δραστηριότητες που εφαρμόζονται άμεσα και κάνουν διαφορά στην καθημερινότητα των παιδιών. Φαίνεται πως έχει γίνει προσεκτική δουλειά και αυτό το κάνει ιδιαίτερα χρήσιμο.

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Μαρία Μ.

Ευχαριστώ θερμά για την προέκδοση, ήταν χαρά μου να τη δοκιμάσω. Το βιβλίο είναι εξαιρετικά πρακτικό, με καθαρές οδηγίες και δραστηριότητες που πραγματικά βοηθούν τα παιδιά να οργανώσουν καλύτερα τη σκέψη και τη συμπεριφορά τους. Μου άφησε πολύ θετική εντύπωση και ανυπομονώ για την τελική έκδοση.