Elementary School

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Mischel, Walter. (2019) The Marshmallow Test. Hachette USA.

The BrainWise Program, a non-profit organization, that teaches children, youth, and at-risk adults essential emotional, social, and cognitive skills through an innovative structured approach called the “10 Wise Ways.”

Stanford University's Center for Advanced Study in the Behavioral Sciences where the original Marshmallow study was and is still currently conducted.

The Managing Disruptive Behavior Workbook for Teens is designed to be used either independently or as part of an established behavioral health program.

Use this video and discussion (English & Spanish) from Common Sense Education to teach impulse control online.