Backpack, Binder, and Digital File Systems for Busy Students
Backpack, Binder, and Digital File Systems for Busy Students Your Cliff Notes We love us a good Ikea run over here at Think Skill Tools. Even the Container Store will catch our eye from time to time. Such places are the place to be for all things organization. Here’s the thing: our learning spaces do […]
Micro‑Habits That Get Homework Started in 5 Minutes
Micro – Habits That Get Homework Started In 5 Minutes Your Cliff Notes Ok – so let’s keep it 100%…homework really can involve a love/hate relationship with some (not all) students. It’s also fascinating that homework can evoke such strong emotions! In some households (or classrooms), if you mention homework, you may get a collective […]
Time‑Blocking for Tweens and Teens: Build a Weekly Plan That Works
Time‑Blocking for Tweens & Teens: Build a Weekly Plan That Works Your Cliff Notes Doom scrolling, chatting with friends, catching on a TV show, doing non-school-related tasks…there are a million reasons to prolong starting homework and ultimately procrastinate. When we enter this world of procrastination, decisions pile up: “What first? How long? When’s soccer? Wait, […]
Study Systems That Stick: A 30‑Day Executive‑Function Reset for Grades 6–10
Study Systems That Stick: A 30‑Day Executive‑Function Reset for Grades 6–10 Your Cliff Notes Transitioning back to school from a holiday break or after summer can be very tough on students. Heck – it can be tough on parents, guardians, and teachers too! Whenever we make transitions in life, sometimes a reset (hard or soft) […]
Master Time Like a Pro: A Recipe for Using the Time Management Journal
· Master Time Management Ever feel like time just slips away during the day? You start strong, and suddenly it’s 3 p.m. with half your list untouched. That’s why we created the My Time Management Journal. This is a simple, structured way for students to plan, reflect, and take control of their day. This isn’t […]
From Curiosity to Career: A Conversation with a Healthcare Educator
Think Skill Tools Interview Series From Curiosity to Career: A Conversation with a Healthcare Educator Our Talk with Dr. Kito Barrow – Pharmaceutical Scientist and Professor A former cancer researcher turned educator, Dr. Kito Barrow brings her curiosity and commitment to the classroom—equipping students with the critical thinking and communication skills they need to make […]
Return On My Investment: Leveraging My Skills and Interests For My Future
Return On My Investment: Leveraging My Skills and Interests For My Future If you are approaching high school graduation or recently graduated, you may find yourself contemplating your future. How will you make the most of your interests and skills? Exactly what is the purpose of going to school all of these years? What is […]
Your Skills Matter After High School
Your Skills Matter After High School If you are preparing to (or a recent graduate of) high school making that transition into the next phase of your life is around the corner. Whether it’s entering the workforce or pursuing higher education, you must continue to develop the essential skills vital for your success. These skills […]
Importance of Career Planning After High School
Importance of Career Planning After High School Career planning is a crucial process after finishing high school as it helps you strategically prepare to transition from school to the workforce. It involves setting career goals, exploring different career options, and outlining the steps needed to achieve those goals. By engaging in career planning, you can […]
What Is Career Planning
What Is Career Planning Career planning is a crucial process that helps individuals map out their future professional paths. For you, a high school graduate (or soon-to-be one), it means taking the time to explore different career options, understand the necessary skills and education, and set achievable goals. Before you read this blog please remember […]