Good Sensory Learning Blog

Executive Functioning Tools: Practical Ways to Strengthen Core Skills

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Have you ever wondered how your brain manages to keep track of information, tune out distractions, and shift gears when plans change? These abilities are part of executive functioning, which I often describe as the conductor of our cognitive skills. Just as a conductor doesn’t play the instruments but guides them to create harmony, executive functioning organizes our mental processes so they work together in symphony rather than as overlapping sounds. Three of the most important skills it coordinates are working memory, which allows us to hold and juggle information, inhibitory control, which helps us pause and make thoughtful choices, and...

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Why We All Feel Like We Have ADHD (And It’s Not Just Because of Scrolling)

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In our fast-paced, notification-driven world, it’s no wonder so many of us feel like we have ADHD. From constant digital interruptions to the instant gratification of online shopping, our attention is being pulled in countless directions. This post explores why our modern lifestyle mimics ADHD symptoms—and what we can do to regain focus, structure, and calm.

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How to Teach Executive Functioning in Grades 1–6 (Fun + Practical Tips)

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Discover how to teach executive functioning skills in a way kids love! This post shares playful strategies, engaging activities, and ready-to-use tools for elementary and middle school students—including free sample pages from my most popular workbooks.

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Free Color-Coded Writing Strategy for Struggling Students + Multisensory Teaching Course

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Struggling writers often need more than encouragement—they need tools that work. Grab a free color-coded paragraph strategy that helps students visualize structure and stay organized. Then explore Dr. Erica Warren’s course, Teaching Writing Skills – A Structured and Multisensory Approach, and learn how to turn reluctant writers into confident communicators.

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Executive Functioning Games for Groups and Classes: EFUN For All Ages

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Just Released in Print! I'm thrilled to announce that Executive Functioning Games for Groups and Classes is now available in print for the first time! While many of you have already explored and enjoyed the digital version, this newly released hard copy edition, published through IngramSpark, is now in full global distribution, available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, independent bookstores, and libraries worldwide. Designed with Purpose and Playfulness Over the past year, I collaborated with a professional editor and designer to ensure this book is easy to follow and visually engaging. The final product features colorful silhouettes of groups in action,...

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