Edufrienz Executive Functions Workbook: Strand 9- Flexibility

The Edufrienz Executive Functions Workbook: Strand 9- Flexibility focuses on helping children adapt to change, revise plans, and stay calm in the face of unexpected situations. Designed for young learners, the workbook introduces the concept of cognitive flexibility through engaging activities and real-life examples, teaching students to respond positively to changes in routines or plans.

Children will explore what it means to be flexible, why it matters, and how to handle changes without becoming frustrated. Lessons such as “What Is Flexibility?” and “Staying Calm When Plans Change” use relatable scenarios to build resilience, adaptability, and problem-solving skills. The workbook introduces strategies such as deep breathing, counting to ten, and thinking of a happy place to support emotional regulation when routines shift.

Activity Outcomes:

• Teach the meaning and importance of flexibility in daily life.
• Help students adjust calmly to changes in routine or plans.
• Guide children to develop alternative solutions when faced with obstacles.
• Support the practice of emotional regulation through calming strategies.

Benefits for Children:

• Build emotional resilience and reduce anxiety during transitions.
• Encourages creative thinking and openness to new ideas.
• Enhances problem-solving and teamwork skills.
• Prepares children for success in dynamic, real-world settings.