1st Edition
Executive Function Skills in Action Ready-To-Go Session Plans and Activities for Ages 8-16
Part 1
1. Introduction
2. Working with Neurodiversity
3. How to Run Groups
4. The Domains Explained
5. Baseline Screener
Part 2
6. Session 1: What is Executive Functioning
7. Session 2: Task Initiation
8. Session 3: Organizing Materials
9. Session 4: Planning and Organising
10. Session 5: Managing my Time
11. Session 6: Task Monitoring
12. Session 7: Working Memory
13. Session 8: Emotional Regulation
14. Session 9: Coping with Change
15. Session 10: Inhibition and Impulse
16. Session 11: Self-Monitoring and Reflections
17. Session 12: Summary Session
18. Optional Additional Sessions:
- Neurodiversity Explained for All
- Resolving Conflict
- Goal Setting
- Attention
Appendices
- New Vocabulary Week by Week
- New Word Diary
- Parent Consent Form
- Certificate
- Emojis
References
Index
Biography
Kathryn Walters-Weston is a Speech and Language Therapist with extensive experience working across mainstream and specialist settings. Throughout her career, Kathryn has worked alongside schools and educators, which has deeply shaped her understanding and approach. She is particularly passionate about supporting young people with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, and helping students to feel understood, supported, and able to thrive in all areas of school life. Kathryn’s work is grounded in a neuro-affirming approach, with a strong focus on supporting and developing communication in meaningful, inclusive ways. Kathryn has a varied career background which has included working as a yoga teacher, in events management, and also as a masseuse!
Beth Pinnell is a Speech and Language Therapist with a passion for supporting neurodivergent children and young people to understand themselves, communicate authentically, and thrive on their own terms. She currently works across specialist educational settings, supporting individuals with a range of communication and learning differences. Alongside her clinical work, Beth is the founder of a community-focused play and support space designed for toddlers, caregivers, and neurodivergent children. Her work combines sensory-informed practice, creativity, and real-life application to make strategies accessible, meaningful, and empowering.
Together, Beth and Kathryn run Boost Speech and Language Therapy, and manage a small team of therapists providing speech and language therapy services and training across the South West.
