Non-Verbal Working Memory

Picture-Based Checklists

Why are Pictures Important?

Since students with executive functioning challenges need to practice visualizing themselves through the steps of each task. Checklists that contain written steps are not likely to help. Instead, lists should feature a picture of the student having completed the task. Ideally, images should be of the student themselves in the location where the task should be completed. Picture-based lists help students to develop the skill of “thinking in pictures”.