The upper elementary years are an optimal time to give students practical tools for managing their attention, energy, and habits while also teaching them how the brain learns. The Finding Flow Solutions curriculum for grades 3–5 introduces research‑based strategies rooted in neuroscience to help kids build focus, strengthen memory, and develop independence. Through engaging lessons, students learn how to get “in the flow,” train their brains, think about their thinking, stay on track with tasks, take initiative, and work productively with others. These skills form a strong foundation for school success and lifelong learning.
Foundations of Flow
Looking for a more engaging way to help students focus their attention and complete assignments? Introduce them to Mihaly Csikszentmihályi’s research on Flow Theory, and show them how to “get in the flow” when they’re working so tasks feel more enjoyable and meaningful. Students will learn how to enter their “flow zone” by focusing attention, managing distractions, and building habits that make tasks feel enjoyable and meaningful.
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3, 4, 5
Subjects
ELA, Life Skills, Study Skills, Executive Functioning
Subjects
Productivity, Focus & attention, Work habits
Train Your Brain
Teach your students how their brains work, and help them train their minds for learning. Students will explore how the brain grows and changes, and how to use mistakes and practice to strengthen learning and develop a growth mindset.
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3, 4, 5
Subjects
ELA, Life Skills, Study Skills, Executive Functioning
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Growth mindset, Neuroplasticity, Resilience
Think About Your Thinking
Teach your students how to observe and direct their thoughts, so they can develop helpful, positive self-talk that helps them succeed in school. Students will practice metacognition by noticing their thoughts and choosing positive, helpful self‑talk to stay calm and focused.
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3, 4, 5
Subjects
ELA, Life Skills, Study Skills, Executive Functioning
Subjects
Metacognition
Focus and Stay On Track
Teach your students work habits like using a timer and a checklist to help them follow through with assignments and complete them on time. Students will build time‑management skills by using tools like timers and checklists to plan steps, stay organized, and complete assignments.
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3, 4, 5
Subjects
ELA, Life Skills, Study Skills, Executive Functioning
Subjects
Productivity, organizing tasks, sustaining focused attention
Take Charge & Get Going
Teach your students how to take charge of their learning instead of waiting to be told what to do. Students will develop initiative by asking questions, making plans, and following through with flexibility and perseverance.
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3, 4, 5
Subjects
ELA, Life Skills, Study Skills, Executive Functioning
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Initiative, problem-solving, perseverance, intellectual flexibility
Team Up & Work Together
Teach your students how to work together. Students will strengthen collaboration skills by listening, sharing ideas clearly, compromising, and working respectfully with peers.
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3, 4, 5
Subjects
ELA, Life Skills, Study Skills, Executive Functioning
Subjects
Collaboration, listening, communicating, compromising
Upper Elementary Unit Bundle
Purchase all 6 units for grades 3-5 now at a deeply discounted rate.
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3, 4, 5
Subjects
ELA, Life Skills, Study Skills, Executive Functioning
Subjects
Productivity, Flow Theory, Metacognition, Focused Attention, Time Management, Initiative, Teamwork