Working Memory Executive Functioning Game

Practicing executive function can be fun with this Working Memory Executive Function Game. Includes scenarios, ideas for strategies, and practice executive functioning skills! Play as a game with the included game board and question cards about working memory. Our definition of working memory is: Connect multiple executive functions to each other, evaluate performance on tasks and activities, and identify what is succeeding. Objective: Students will learn about and practice working memory as an executive functioning skill through a hands-on game. SUGGESTED AGES + LEVELS Can be used with students across upper elementary, middle, and early high school. Students who read, have skills at or close to grade-level, and need some executive functioning support and practice. IDEAS FOR USE While you can use this game in a variety of ways at home, school, clinic, and in the community, some suggested uses are included below: Teaching about working memory as an executive function Teaching about strategies, tools, and supports Teaching and practicing self-advocacy Reminders about strengths and needs Re-teaching and supporting aspects of the executive function Person-centered plan goals PROMOTING NEURODIVERSITY + FUTURE-FOCUSED WORK We want to support you in creating a future-focused classroom where students are more prepared for life after high school, including executive functioning. The resource supports students around executive functioning needs, so they have more hands-on practice for school and in upcoming years. You can email us at hello@autismgrownup.com if you have any feedback, questions, and/or requests for resources. What's Inside Resource Guide About the Resource Resource Preparation Resource Walkthrough Questions 40 Scenario Cards 40 Event Cards Game Board Full Page with color-coordinated spaces to match the scenario and event cards. Game Pieces Spinner 6 color pieces Student directions Answer Key for Scenario cards