ISBN: 1440633843 9781440633843

Category: Family & Relationships / Children with Special Needs

Page count: 288

<b>From the cutting edge of brain science, eight crucial skills for children?s future success?now in paperback.</b><br><br>From a clinical psychologist who has devoted his clinical and research work to the study of executive control skills, here is a program for helping children master the eight essential cognitive skills that are critical for success in life in work:<br><br> ? Taking initiative ? Screening out distractions<br><br> ? Organizing ? Thinking flexibly<br><br> ? Planning ? Regulating emotions<br><br> ? Self-monitoring ? Using memory effectively<br><br> Using case studies and anecdotes, Dr. Cox presents a comprehensive and practical plan for parents. The book addresses special-needs children as well as neurotypical children, and includes practical suggestions for parents and educators.