Time Management Lessons: Executive Functioning Classroom Counseling Lesson
These executive functioning counseling lessons for grades 5–8 teach students what time management is and how to use strategies to manage busy schedules at school and at home. Students will identify time savers and time wasters while practicing practical time management tools they can use every day. These lessons are part of a 20-lesson Executive Functioning Curriculum but can also be taught on their own.
Time Management Strategies: Executive Functioning Counseling Lessons for Grades 5–8: Give students the tools they need to manage their time effectively with these ready-to-use executive functioning counseling lessons. Designed for upper elementary and middle school students, these lessons introduce the concept of time management and teach strategies for balancing schoolwork, responsibilities, and personal activities. Students will explore time savers versus time wasters and practice using time management tools to plan ahead, stay organized, and meet deadlines.
What’s Included:
- 2 scripted, detailed lesson plans (black & white printable)
- Slides for instruction and activities (PowerPoint file, compatible with Google Slides; not editable)
- Pre- and post-test to measure student growth
- Skills visuals for reinforcement (black & white and color versions)
- Handouts with time management practice tools (black & white printable)
Key Features:
- Designed for grades 5–8
- Two full lessons, each taking about 50 minutes
- Flexible for classroom instruction, small groups, or individual counseling
- Minimal prep required; optional activity includes lemonade ingredients
- Works in both PowerPoint and Google Slides
FAQs:
Q: Do I need extra materials?
A: Only if you’d like to add the optional lemonade activity. Otherwise, all materials are included.
Q: How long will each lesson take?
A: About 50 minutes, though timing may vary by group.
Q: Can I use this with small groups or individual students?
A: Yes. The lessons adapt well to multiple settings.
Q: Can I open this in Google Slides?
A: Yes. Upload the PowerPoint file to your Google Drive and open it in Google Slides.
These Time Management Executive Function Lessons help students strengthen essential skills for planning ahead, avoiding procrastination, and making the most of their time. Perfect for school counselors, teachers, and intervention specialists, this resource provides everything you need to explicitly teach and reinforce time management strategies as part of executive functioning instruction.
Get the full curriculum here!
Please Note: this is a digitally downloadable resource. You will not receive anything in the mail.