Best Print-and-Go Executive Functioning Activities for Busy Teachers
If you're a busy teacher (and who isn't?), you know how hard it can be to find time to directly teach executive functioning skills — even though they’re critical for student success.
That's why I created the Executive Functioning Skills Bundle:
24 weeks of no-prep, meaningful activities that help students build real-world skills in small, manageable steps.
In this post, I’ll walk you through each section inside the bundle — so you can see exactly how it can save you time andgive your students the essential practice they need.
Organization
Staying organized can be one of the biggest challenges for students, especially those with ADHD, autism, or executive functioning struggles.
This section includes activities that help students:
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Sort and manage materials
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Organize their workspace
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Keep track of assignments
Print-and-go activities guide students through realistic scenarios where they practice setting up folders, prioritizing homework, and preparing for success each day.
Planning
Planning ahead doesn’t come naturally to most kids — it’s a skill that needs to be explicitly taught.
This section focuses on:
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Breaking long-term tasks into steps
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Creating timelines for projects
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Thinking ahead about what materials or help might be needed
Students practice planning everything from book reports to group projects — giving them concrete tools they can transfer to real assignments.
Task Initiation
Getting started is often the hardest part!
The Task Initiation section includes print-and-go pages that help students:
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Overcome procrastination
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Use simple strategies like “5-Minute Start” plans
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Build routines for starting work independently
Activities make it easy to introduce task initiation as a skill students can practice daily, not just "hope for" during homework time.
Self-Monitoring & Self-Control
Executive functioning isn’t just about organization — it’s also about managing emotions, impulses, and actions.
This section helps students:
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Recognize when they are getting off track
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Reflect on their behavior
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Develop calming strategies
Quick, meaningful exercises show students how to check in with themselves — and course-correct in the moment.
Working Memory
Working memory — the ability to hold and manipulate information — is crucial for multi-step tasks and problem-solving.
This section includes:
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Fun memory games
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Step-by-step challenges
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Practical strategies like note-taking and using visual supports
Students practice holding onto directions, recalling important information, and using tools to lighten their memory load.
Adaptive Thinking
Finally, flexibility is key when plans change — and that’s where Adaptive Thinking activities come in.
Students learn how to:
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Stay calm when schedules shift
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Come up with backup plans
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Think creatively when facing obstacles
Each activity offers real-world examples that prepare students to be flexible thinkers — a life skill that goes far beyond the classroom.
Why This Bundle Works for Busy Teachers
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Print-and-Go Simplicity: No complicated setup, no endless instructions — just meaningful activities ready whenever you are.
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Real-World Relevance: Every activity connects to situations students actually face, making learning authentic and practical.
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Built for Flexibility: Use activities in 1:1 sessions, small groups, morning meetings, or even as independent work during free time.
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Supports IEP and RTI Goals: Perfect for students working on executive functioning, organizational, emotional regulation, or adaptive goals.
Final Thoughts
If you're looking for a simple, effective way to build executive functioning skills without adding hours of prep to your week, this bundle was made for you.
Give your students the tools they need — and give yourself the gift of easy-to-implement support.
✨ You can check out the full Executive Functioning Skills Bundle [here]! (link)