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elementary UNSTUCK UNSTUCK AND ON TARGET For 3rd to 5th graders Teaching Tips Use Videos to engage students. See the Unstuck YouTube page where videos are sorted by vocabulary/script. Also read the introduction to the videos for a list of videos that can't be saved to playlist, but find the links there. Use yourself as a model, and try to laugh at yourself: adults needing Plan B's can be powerful role models. Easy to Use Curriculum The new second edition book includes links to downloadable posters, game boards, and student activities and worksheets. ​ Now appropriate for learners with ADHD and other conditions linked to executive function challenges, as well as autism. Tested with teachers and streamlined for user-friendliness. Enhanced parent materials, including materials in Spanish. Tested with a diverse sample of children and refined to increase student engagement. Learn more about Unstuck and On Target! Gameboards & Posters Interventionist Training Resources Learn how to teach Unstuck with fun, interactive modules that use real world examples and help you personalize Unstuck for you and your classroom! Bringing Unstuck Home: Solving Executive Function Challenges: Simple ways to get kids with autism unstuck and on target How 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 executive function, 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 Unstuck and On Target! 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. Solving Challenges Help Parents: Understand executive function—why it’s important and why it’s challenging for children with autism Teach three skills critical to success: flexibility, goal setting, and organization Use consistent scripts and keywords to help children process your message Model desired behaviors —and fade your guidance as children generalize skills Provide simple, effective visual cues that keep kids unstuck and on target Keep it fun and positive, with tips on creative, playful ways to teach executive function skills PRACTICAL MATERIALS: Dozens of specific, easy-to-do examples; “Goal, Plan, Do, Check” scripts and worksheets that break down tasks into small, achievable chunks; keywords and phrases that help kids stay on target; reproducible visual aids; sample IEP goals. Help children with autism: Compromise with family and friends Turn “big deals” into “little deals” Move on to Plan B when Plan A doesn’t work Make plans and carry them out Solve problems independently Be a good friend Handle disappointments and unexpected events Avoid “whims” that get them off track Quick-reference magnet included! As a bonus, you’ll also get a 4 x 6 magnet printed with keywords 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.

Thank you for learning about Unstuck and On Target at the 2023 INSAR Annual Meeting See below for more about the information presented in the poster session and use the menu at the top of the page to learn about everything Unstuck . Don't forget to enter your email at the bottom of the page to sign up for our mailing list so we can keep you updated about upcoming projects and resources. Poster Click below to download a copy of the poster Parent Videos Check out our videos that provide information and practical strategies that parents can immediately use to support their neurodivergent child’s executive functions. Online Training Learn about the Unstuck and On Target for Elementary Educators online training More Information Review our symposium presentation from the 2023 National Association of School Psychiatrists conference: Executive Functioning Challenges and Interventions for Students With ASD or ADHD . Learn more about the Innovations Institute at the University of Connecticut School of Social Work and browse the online training catalogue Interested in the Unstuck and On Target curriculum? Click here to learn more about it and for a link to purchase the manual.

Behavioral Observations of Classroom Executive Functioning (BOCEF) ​The BOCEF is designed to simultaneously measure: 1. Student behaviors that demonstrate EF skills 2. Teacher behaviors that support these skills. ​ See the links below for the form as well as a guide to using it. Behavioral Observation of Classroom Executive Function form Behavioral Observation of Classroom Executive Function guide

Unstuck and On Target at The American Psychological Association Conventions August 4, 2023 Thank you for joining us! See below for more about the information presented in the symposium and use the menu at the top of the page to learn about everything Unstuck . Don't forget to enter your email at the bottom of the page to sign up for our mailing list so we can keep you updated about upcoming projects and resources. Symposium Slides Want to review the information presented at the conference? You can access our slides below. Parent Videos Check out our videos that provide information and practical strategies that parents can immediately use to support their neurodivergent child’s executive functions. Interventionist Training Learn about the Unstuck and On Target for Elementary online training

Unstuck and On Target for the Neurodivergent Community Why use Unstuck? Unstuck is a set of tools that help neurodivergent youth, and their families and their teachers better understand, support, and build executive functions. Unstuck was developed with guidance from the neurodivergent community. Its first goal is to improve understanding and recognition of appropriate supports and accommodations for people with executive function differences. It teaches people to recognize and use their strengths and also to self-advocate for supports they may need. Why are Executive Functions Important? Executive Functions are a set of brain-based abilities that help people set and achieve goals, make plans, handle disappointment, and stay flexible in the face of unexpected events. They enable us manage lots of information at once, and to show what we know, or demonstrate our skills to others. Executive Functions drive social skills and are more important than IQ for predicting success at school and long term happiness, relationships, employment and health. How does Unstuck build on strengths? Unstuck embraces the idea that we can’t make assumptions about how people approach a problem or why they feel stuck and that people build with what they have, their strengths. In this way, Unstuck builds on each individual’s ability to decide their own goals. In addition, Unstuck provides a common language so that neurodivergent and neurotypical people can solve problems together. Is Unstuck trying to "fix" neurodivergent people? The purpose of Unstuck is to solve mismatches between a person's brain-based differences and their environment. Unstuck does this in two ways: accommodations and teaching new skills. Unstuck is an intervention that doesn’t tell people WHAT to do, but rather HOW to work towards their goals. Neurodivergent people are often labelled as “rigid,” when in fact they are either struggling with a different understanding of the situation or don’t know how to be flexible in that situation. Importantly, Unstuck also recognizes that inflexibility can be adaptive, help prevent overload, and offer protection. Ari Ne’eman, the founding director of the Autistic Self Advocacy Network , helped us understand that “inflexibility provides order in the context of a world that is confusing and illogical for us.” Unstuck provides an algorithm for problem solving (Goal, Why, Plan, Do, Check) and ideas for how to flexibly respond to challenging situations. The participatory process: Including neurodivergent stakeholders From the beginning, Unstuck authors have developed the curriculum with the guidance of neurodivergent individuals. In its earliest forms, neurodivergent students were asked to evaluate each lesson and provide feedback. Each version of the curriculum has undergone detailed review by neurodivergent self-advocates. In his foreword to the Unstuck and On Target Curriculum (Elementary Edition), John Elder Robison said, “I was very surprised to realize that I could use ideas from Unstuck and On Target in my own life at age 53!” Recently, a neurodivergent student told us, “being stuck feels bad for everyone—so why are neurotypicals so rigid all the time? Shouldn’t THEY learn Unstuck ?” Having seen her 4th grade math teacher, she was right—the neurotypical person was the stuck person in the room! How does Unstuck advocate for accommodations and/or supports? At the heart of Unstuck is the idea that we accommodate and support FIRST to promote learning and participation for everyone. We encourage people, including neurodivergent people, to first think CAN’T YET rather than WON’T. This Can’t Yet not Won’t approach results in an empathic examination of what each individual is experiencing and seeks first to see what modifications can be made to make the task/environment more accessible. Unstuck curriculum is deeply-steeped in a disability rights approach that encourages universal design and the idea that often the challenge is the fit, not the task. ​ The high school curriculum, slated for publication in March 2023, focuses on a Self Advocacy Formula , which places neurodivergent individuals’ goals and right to obtain accommodations at its center. How does Unstuck build on strengths? Fix neurodivergent people Participatory process Accommodations

NEW Curriculum for Middle School Aged (11-15) Students! 45-minute lessons taught in small groups in any setting. Easy to implement lessons can be delivered in general and special education classrooms, pull-out groups, or after-school clubs. Taught by using catchy scripts, memorable visuals, engaging role-plays, and fun planning activities. For Sale at Broo kes or Amazon ​ Curriculum includes: 23 lessons on topics that are key to success in school and life: flexibility, big-picture thinking, planning, compromising, and self-monitoring PowerPoints and fillable PDF s for student work Why Unstuck ? ​ This curriculum is specially designed to help middle school students build the strong executive function skills they need to manage more complex independent work. Supports students with 504's or IEP as a Tier 2 or 3 intervention. Resources for Implementers Click below to learn more about each of the resources. Unstuck and On Target! Curriculum for Students Ages 8-11 ​ An executive function curriculum to improve flexibility, planning, and organization through 21 small group lessons and fun activities Online Training for Unstuck and On Target! Elementary Curriculum ​ Learn how to implement Unstuck with your students through an asynchronous online training course Unstuck and On Target! FAQ ​ Troubleshoot frequent group challenges like, "I'm worried I'm doing it wrong." Unstuck and On Target! Coaching Sessions for Teachers ​ Three one hour webinars with Unstuck authors on teaching Unstuck and troubleshooting. ​ e-Unstuck ​ Online Unstuck and On Target training modules for parents Solving Executive Function Challenges A how-to book for parents and educators A Workbook to Make Unstuck and On Target a Way of Life: Your Guide to Executive Functioning! ​ This resource was written as a companion for families and caregivers of children in Unstuck and On Target classes and helps explain how to make the most out of these lessons at home. 3 Ways to Compromise ​ Printable poster with visual of the three ways to compromise.

Unstuck and On Target! FAQ Unstuck and On Target! FAQ ​ Learn how Unstuck can help answer questions such as "How do I manage when students try to take over or disrupt lessons?" or "How do I keep my students engaged?"

Unstuck and On Target for Community-Based Professionals Unstuck provides ready-made small group lesson plans that use proven cognitive-behavioral techniques to build social flexibility, emotion regulation, planning, and organization skills. It was designed for school settings but adapts well to individual and group therapy services. It h as a suite of multimedia companion materials for families in English and Spanish that can be used as standalone coaching, or as complimentary tools to improve generalization. Why are Executive Functions Important? Executive functioning is a set of brain-based abilities that help us set goals, make plans, manage disappointment, and stay flexible in the face of unexpected events. Executive functioning enables us to stick with challenges without getting overwhelmed. They drive social skills and are trans-diagnostic predictors of psychiatric symptoms. They predict success at school and long term quality of life, relationships, happiness, employment, and mental and physical health. Why use Unstuck ?

Coming Soon! What is Unstuck? ​​​An executive function curriculum that uses proven cognitive-behavioral techniques to improve flexibility, emotion regulation, planning and organization. A set of fun activities that cue larger concepts, resulting in a shared language and approach for learning to be flexible, set goals and make plans. An adaptable set of lessons designed for use in schools by any school staff, but also used in clinic settings. Unstuck meets Tier 2 Intervention requirements for IEP's and 504's, but has been used in mainstream classrooms and in Tier 3 educational settings as well. A suite of resources that includes: Manual of 21 small group lessons Companion book for parents teachers, and therapists to support generalization of Unstuck Online training modules with CE credits for teachers Brief videos and an accessible online training platform for parents to learn the language and strategies of Unstuck. Who is Unstuck for and Does it Work? Unstuck is designed for 8- to 11- year-olds with average IQ who have challenges with flexibility, organization and planning. It was originally developed for children with autism who have strong cognitive and language skills. However, it targets executive function abilities that are essential for all children to thrive at home and at school, and research has shown that is effective for children with ADHD as well as autism. Research has documented that Unstuck helps children: Become more flexible problem solvers Improve classroom behaviors for following directions, making transitions, and avoiding meltdowns and negativity. How Can I Learn Unstuck? Use the small group curriculum manual : complete lesson plans with explicit, step by step directions. Parents, teachers and therapists can read Solving Executive Function Challenges to learn strategies to generalize Unstuck skills. Parents and teachers can watch these short videos in English and Spanish, which provide simple, practical ideas parent can use immediately. Parents can complete e-Unstuck on-line training.

Videos y Recursos en Español Básicos del Funcionamiento Ejecutivo Si su hijo(a) tiene problemas con el funcionamiento ejecutivo, tales como atascarse o sentirse sobrecargado o dificultades en seguir instrucciones, estos videos ofrecen estrategias que son fácil de usar inmediatamente. Estos videos y animaciones, que son cortos y divertidos, presentan situaciones de la vida real, consejos prácticos de expertos, y padres compartiedo su sabiduría y experiencia, todos hecho en una forma fácil de entender. (Haga clic en cada imagen para ser llevado a ese video). Videos Para Padres Play Video Share Whole Channel This Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Search video... Now Playing 03:05 Play Video Entender Funcionamiento Ejecutivo Now Playing 03:00 Play Video Manejar los Sentimientos Intensos Las hojas de consejos Estas hojas de consejos se crearon para acompañar los videos de funciones ejecutivas. Están diseñados para cualquier persona que quiera comprender y apoyar a un niño con problemas del funcionamiento ejecutivo. ​ Muchos niños tienen problemas con el funcionamiento ejecutivo. Los adultos cariñosos y afectuosos son clave para apoyar a los niños como desarrollan sus habilidades de función ejecutiva. Los consejos que se ofrecen en estas hojas pueden mejorar su vida y la de su hijo. Haga clic aquí para descargar las hojas de consejos ​ Descripciones de Videos Entender Funcionamiento Ejecutivo​ ​ Este animación explica a padres que es el funcionamiento ejecutivo y como parecen problemas del funcionamiento ejecutivo. Presenta estrategias faciles que padres pueden usar para ayudar sus hijos. ¿Es un "no poder" o un "no querer"? ​ En esta entrevisa, Claudia (madre) habla de como a veces parece que un niño no quiere hacer algo, pero en realidad no lo puede hacer. Explica como padres pueden abordar conflictos y ayudar a sus hijos a tener éxito. Anticipar lo Inesperado y Lidiar con la Decepción ​ Este animación demuestra como padres pueden ayudar sus hijos a lidiar con la decepción cuando las cosas no salen como anticipado, usando la estrategia de “anticipar lo inesperado.” Prevenir la Sobrecarga ​ Este animación ofrece consejos que padres pueden usar para prevenir su hijo de sobrecargarse – por ejemplo, identificar desencadenantes y prepararse por adelantado. ¿Que hacemos cuando lo que queremos parece ser imposible? ​ A veces lo que queremos no es possible. Este video presenta una experta quien explica que se puede hacer en estas situaciones con su hijo (a). Manejar los Sentimientos Intensos ​ En esta animación, cubrimos cómo identificar la intensidad de los sentimientos, así como las diferentes estrategias disponibles para manejar esos sentimientos y hacer que su hijo vuelva a sentirse "en el objetivo". Solución de problemas: Necesito más ayuda ​ ¿Terminaste nuestra serie de apoyo al funcionamiento ejecutivo, pero aún tienes preguntas? ¡Entonces nuestros vídeos de solución de problemas están aquí para ayudarle! Estos videos están aquí para responder sus preguntas y ofrecer más ayuda más allá de nuestros otros videos. En este video, un experto explica qué hacer si las estrategias que presentamos en nuestros videos no funcionan o dejaron de funcionar; o qué hacer si ya ha oído hablar de estas estrategias y las ha probado, pero necesita algo más. Solución de problemas: ¿Y ahora qué? ​ ¿Terminaste nuestra serie de apoyo al funcionamiento ejecutivo, pero aún tienes preguntas? ¡Entonces nuestros vídeos de solución de problemas están aquí para ayudarle! Estos videos están aquí para responder sus preguntas y ofrecer más ayuda más allá de nuestros otros videos. En este vídeo, un experto responde algunas inquietudes y preguntas frecuentes, como qué hacer si tiene dificultades para utilizar las estrategias del funcionamiento ejecutivo. Solución de problemas: ¿No es solo mala conducta? ​ ¿Terminaste nuestra serie de apoyo al funcionamiento ejecutivo, pero aún tienes preguntas? ¡Entonces nuestros vídeos de solución de problemas están aquí para ayudarle! Estos videos están aquí para responder sus preguntas y ofrecer más ayuda más allá de nuestros otros videos. En este vídeo, un experto aborda las diferencias entre desafíos con habilidades EF y mal comportamiento, cómo saber cuándo es uno u otro, y qué hacer cuando se trata de un desafío EF. Motivación: Cómo todos en su familia pueden obtener más de lo que quieren ​ En este vídeo, un experto explica cómo tanto los niños como los padres pueden obtener más de lo que quieren a través de estrategias motivadoras. Trabajar Hacia Metas ​ Crear y trabajar para lograr objetivos es una habilidad fundamental para la vida. En este video, analizamos cómo ayudar a su hijo a establecer metas, comprender por qué esas metas son importantes y cómo crear un plan para lograrlas. Plan A/ Plan B & Problema Grande/ problema pequeño ​ Elaborar varios planes ayuda a que su hijo siga pensando con flexibilidad y llamar a los eventos un “gran problema” o un “pequeño problema” le ayuda a gestionar la decepción. Explicamos cómo utilizar eficazmente ambas estrategias en esta animación. Llegar a un Acuerdo para que Todos Ganen ​ Llegar a acuerdos ayuda a que todos consigan lo que quieren. Esta animación explica los diferentes tipos de compromiso y cómo se pueden utilizar para que tanto los padres como sus hijos puedan salir con algo positivo. Descomponerlo para Logarlo ​ Los niños con dificultades en las funciones ejecutivas pueden sentirse abrumados fácilmente. En este vídeo, un experto ofrece consejos sencillos para dividir las tareas en pasos para poder realizarlas. Habla Menos, Escríbelo ​ En este vídeo, un experto explica cómo tomarse el tiempo para escribir cosas puede ayudar a su hijo a procesar sus sentimientos cuando hablar con él empeora las cosas o parece no llevar a ninguna parte. Capacitaciones para padres (8 sesiones) Sesión 1: Introducción Sesión 2: No puede vs. no quiere Sesión 3: Las adaptaciones Sesión 4: Vocabulario de Unstuck Sesión 5: Identificando las emociones Sesión 6: Estrategias de afrontamiento Sesión 7: Establecer los objetivos Sesión 8: Motivación e integrando todo Recursos Un Libro de Trabajo para padres ​ Haga clic aqui para Un Libro de Trabajo para padres (Parent Workbook in Spanish)

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