| Smart But Scattered: The Revolutionary Executive Skills Approach to Helping Kids Reach Their Potential Contributor(s): Dawson, Peg (Author), Guare, Richard (Author) |
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ISBN: 1593854455 ISBN-13: 9781593854454 Publisher: Guilford Publications OUR PRICE: $16.16 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: January 2009 Annotation: Scientists who study child development have recently found that kids who are "smart but scattered" lack or lag behind in crucial executive skills--the core, brain-based habits of mind required to "execute" tasks like getting organized, staying focused, and controlling emotions. Drawing on this revolutionary discovery, school psychologist Peg Dawson and neuropsychologist Richard Guare have developed an innovative program that parents and teachers can use to strengthen kids' abilities to plan ahead, be efficient, follow through, and get things done. "Smart but Scattered "provides ways to assess children's strengths and weaknesses and offers guidance on day-to-day issues like following instructions in the classroom, doing homework, completing chores, reducing performance anxiety, and staying cool under pressure. Small steps add up to big improvements, enabling these kids to build the skills they need to live up to their full potential. More than 40 reproducibles are included. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Family & Relationships | Learning Disabilities - Psychology | Developmental - Child - Family & Relationships | Attention Deficit Disorder (add-adhd) |
| Dewey: 649.152 |
| LCCN: 2008026078 |
| Physical Information: 0.6" H x 6.9" W x 9.9" (1.00 lbs) 314 pages |
| Themes: - Topical - Family |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: There's nothing more frustrating than watching your bright, talented son or daughter struggle with everyday tasks like finishing homework, putting away toys, or following instructions at school. Your "smart but scattered" 4- to 13-year-old might also have trouble coping with disappointment or managing anger. Drs. Peg Dawson and Richard Guare have great news: there's a lot you can do to help. The latest research in child development shows that many kids who have the brain and heart to succeed lack or lag behind in crucial "executive skills"--the fundamental habits of mind required for getting organized, staying focused, and controlling impulses and emotions. Learn easy-to-follow steps to identify your child's strengths and weaknesses, use activities and techniques proven to boost specific skills, and problem-solve daily routines. Helpful worksheets and forms can be downloaded and printed in a convenient 8 1/2" x 11" size. Small changes can add up to big improvements--this empowering book shows how. See also the authors' Smart but Scattered Teens and their self-help guide for adults. Plus, an academic planner for middle and high school students and related titles for professionals. |