Calming Your ADHD Race Car Brain Pt 2: Executive Functioning & Attention Skills

Having a hard time focusing?  In this one-time class, students will learn about how amazing their race car brains are, as well as learning skills to help improve inattention. 

*Please note that although this class is a follow up to Part 1 of Calming Your Race Car Brain, it can be taken independently and out of order.

Students will first discuss signs of inattention. They will then learn about how their unique brains work, and how their brains actually have "superpowers" because of their unique way of thinking.  They will discuss the benefits of having a "race car" brain, as well as how important it is to take good care of their special brains.  

Students will then learn and practice three specific techniques for improving focus: Private Investigator, Movement Breaks, and Anchor Down Breathing. If time allows, we will also discuss the importance of planning and making priority lists. 

Next, students will participate in a progressive muscle relaxation activity that uses physical relaxation techniques designed to connect their senses to their surroundings.  Physical relaxation exercises work well for children with attention issues because an active body makes it easier to focus.  This activity will stimulate the prefrontal cortex and help students to focus their wandering attention.  

Finally, students will have the opportunity to provide the teacher feedback and ask any questions about the relaxation exercise. 

*Please note that this class is not intended to provide therapy.