{"product_id":"solving-executive-function-challenges-lauren-kenworthy-9781598576030","title":"Solving Executive Function Challenges: Simple Ways to Get Kids with Autism Unstuck and on Target","description":"\u003cp\u003eHow can you help kids with autism be flexible, get organized, and work toward goals--not just in school but in everyday life? It's all about \u003cb\u003eexecutive function, \u003c\/b\u003e and this quick problem-solving guide helps you explicitly teach these critical skills to high-functioning children with autism (Grades K-8). Used on its own or in tandem with the popular \u003cb\u003e Unstuck and On Target  \u003c\/b\u003e classroom curriculum, this practical guide shows how to embed executive function instruction in dozens of everyday scenarios, from morning routines to getting homework done. Designed for therapists, teachers, and parents, these highly effective techniques give children the skills they need to navigate each day, reach their goals, and succeed inside and outside the classroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTHIS BOOK HELPS YOU: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e Understand executive function\u003c\/b\u003e--why it's important and why it's challenging for children with autism \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e Teach three skills critical to success: \u003c\/b\u003e flexibility, goal setting, and organization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e Use consistent scripts and key words \u003c\/b\u003e to help children process your message\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e Model desired behaviors\u003c\/b\u003e --and fade your guidance as children generalize skills \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e Provide simple, effective visual cues\u003c\/b\u003e that keep kids unstuck and on target\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e Keep it fun and positive, \u003c\/b\u003e with tips on creative, playful ways to teach executive function skills \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePRACTICAL MATERIALS: \u003c\/b\u003e Dozens of specific, easy-to-do examples; \"Goal, Plan, Do, Check\" scripts and worksheets that break down tasks into small, achievable chunks; key words and phrases that help kids stay on target; reproducible visual aids; sample IEP goals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Help children with autism\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Compromise with family and friends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Turn \"big deals\" into \"little deals\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Move on to Plan B when Plan A doesn't work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Make plans and carry them out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Solve problems independently\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Be a good friend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Handle disappointments and unexpected events\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Avoid \"whims\" that get them off track\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eQuick-reference magnet included  \u003c\/b\u003e As a bonus, you'll also get a 4 x 6 magnet printed with key words and sample scripts from Unstuck and On Target  It's a handy quick reference for the \"Goal-Plan-Do-Check\" process that helps students set and meet goals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Lauren Kenworthy, Laura Gutermuth Anthony, Katie Alexander\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1598576038\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781598576030\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Brookes Publishing Company\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 05\/05\/2014\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 184\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.61lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.15h x 5.99w x 0.39d","brand":"Lauren Kenworthy","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":44048005660927,"sku":"9781598576030","price":32.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_c57ad598-2765-4f24-872d-e49cf99b7871.jpg?v=1684993365","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/solving-executive-function-challenges-lauren-kenworthy-9781598576030","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}