No Mind Left Behind: Understanding and Fostering Executive Control--The Eight Essential Brain SkillsE very Child Needs to Thrive
Book Details
Author(s)
Adam J. Cox
Publisher
TarcherPerigee
ISBN / ASIN
0399534555
ISBN-13
9780399534553
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#352,593
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From the cutting edge of brain science, eight crucial skills for children?s future success?now in paperback.
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:
? Taking initiative ? Screening out distractions
? Organizing ? Thinking flexibly
? Planning ? Regulating emotions
? Self-monitoring ? Using memory effectively
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.
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:
? Taking initiative ? Screening out distractions
? Organizing ? Thinking flexibly
? Planning ? Regulating emotions
? Self-monitoring ? Using memory effectively
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.
