Time Management and Executive Functioning Skills (Middle School) Teacher Resource Pack

Middle School | Grades 6–8 (Ages 11–14)
Downloadable + Printable

Support middle school students as they navigate increasing academic demands with the Time Management and Executive Functioning Skills Teacher Resource Pack, a comprehensive, teacher-ready collection designed for grades 6–8 (ages 11–14).  This resource pack includes 158 pages of turnkey lessons and activities fully downloadable and printable.

As students juggle multiple classes, longer assignments, digital distractions, and growing independence, strong executive functioning skills become essential. This resource pack provides structured, practical lessons that help students develop organization, time management, focus, motivation, planning, and responsible decision-making skills.

Each chapter includes a clear teacher lesson plan, student-facing activities, guided practice, and reflection opportunities. The pack is fully downloadable and printable, making it ideal for flexible use in classrooms, homeschools, small groups, counseling settings, and out-of-school-time programs.

Skills Students Build (Grades 6–8)

Students strengthen core executive functioning and self-management skills, including:

• Managing time, prioritizing tasks, and planning ahead

• Organizing materials, digital files, and workloads

• Sustaining focus and reducing distractions

• Breaking down multi-step assignments and projects

• Building motivation and overcoming procrastination

• Strengthening working memory and follow-through

• Setting goals, tracking progress, and adjusting strategies

• Making thoughtful decisions, including basic financial choices

These skills support success across all subject areas and help students build independence and confidence.

Chapters Included

This middle school teacher resource pack includes a complete instructional sequence:

• Pre-Assessment

• Lesson 1: Organization & Routines

• Lesson 2: Time Management

• Lesson 3: Focus & Attention

• Lesson 4: Motivation & Momentum

• Lesson 5: Study Skills

• Lesson 6: Goal-Setting & Tracking Progress

• Lesson 7: Financial Literacy

• Post-Assessment

• Additional Resources and extension tools

What’s Included

This printable teacher resource pack provides everything needed for effective instruction:

• Teacher lesson plans for every chapter

• Student-friendly readings and guided activities

• Hands-on practice worksheets and real-world scenarios

• Pre- and post-assessments to measure growth

• Optional extensions for deeper practice and reflection

• Resources that support differentiation and flexible pacing

Perfect For

This resource is ideal for:

• Middle school classrooms (Grades 6–8)

• Homeschool programs

• Small-group instruction and learning pods

• Intervention and academic support classes

• Counseling and SEL instruction

• Tutoring and enrichment programs

• Out-of-school-time and afterschool settings

Why It Matters

Middle school is a critical transition period. Without explicit instruction in executive functioning skills, many capable students struggle with organization, time management, and follow-through.

The Time Management and Executive Functioning Skills Teacher Resource Pack gives educators a practical, age-appropriate way to teach these essential skills and help students develop habits that support academic success, independence, and long-term confidence.