Middle school resources to help pre-teens manage time, energy, and attention

Middle school is the ideal time to help students understand how their brains work and build the habits that set them up for long‑term success. The Finding Flow Solutions curriculum for grades 6–8 uses insights from neuroscience to teach students how to focus their attention, regulate impulses, strengthen memory, and persevere through challenges. Each unit equips learners with practical strategies for productivity, motivation, and collaboration—skills rooted in brain science that support both academic achievement and personal growth. With ready‑to‑use lessons, teachers can guide students in developing the cognitive tools they need to thrive in school and beyond.

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Foundations of Flow

Foundations of Flow: 5 lessons with PPT and student journals

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.

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Grades

6, 7, 8

Subjects

ELA, Study Skills, Executive Functioning

Subjects

Productivity, Focus, Attention Stamina

Neuroplasticity and Growth Mindset

Neuroplasticity & Growth Mindset Unit: 10 lessons with PPT and student journals

Are your students reluctant to try new things, easily discouraged, and unconvinced of their own abilities to learn and grow? Teach them the neuroscience of learning!

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Grades

6, 7, 8

Subjects

ELA, Neuroscience, Executive Functioning, Study Skills

Subjects

Resilience, Self-Directed Learning, Metacognition, Organization

Mindset and Attitude

Self-Advocacy & Self-Regulation

Your students can advocate for their own needs, take initiative, and regulate impulsive behaviors as they channel their focused attention.

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Grades

6, 7, 8

Subjects

ELA, Life Skills, Study Skills, Executive Functioning

Subjects

Self-Advocacy, Self-Regulation, Impulse Control, Attention Management

Responsible Work Ethic

Work Ethic & Responsibility

Your students can take accountability for their work, choose opportunities to go beyond what’s required, and demonstrate trustworthiness and integrity. This 10 lesson unit helps students uncover for themselves the why and how beyond a responsible work ethic.

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Grades

6, 7, 8

Subjects

ELA, Study Skills, Executive Functioning

Subjects

Accountability, Perseverance, Initiative, Integrity, Stress Management

Respectful Collaboration

Collaboration & Communication

Your students can show good teamwork skills during group work assignments, collaborating and communicating effectively.

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Grades

6, 7, 8

Subjects

ELA, Life Skills, Study Skills

Subjects

Leadership, Teamwork, Listening, Compromising, Conflict Resolution, Feedback, Communicating Ideas

MS 6 Unit Bundle

Growing Bundle: All 6 Units for Middle School

Purchase all 6 units for middle school now at a deeply discounted rate.

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Grades

6, 7, 8

Subjects

ELA, Life Skills, Study Skills, Executive Functioning

Subjects

Flow Theory, Neuroplasticity, Growth Mindset, Metacognition, Self-Advocacy, Self-Regulation, Responsibility, Work Ethic, Communication, Collaboration

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