What if the biggest struggle your child faces isn’t motivation at all, but a hidden set of brain-based skills that help them start tasks, stay organized, manage time, regulate emotions, and follow through? These are executive function skills and for kids with ADHD, they can feel nearly impossible to access.
In this episode of The Soaring Child Podcast, Dana Kay welcomes executive function expert Hannah Bookbinder, a licensed social worker and educator with almost 30 years of experience helping ADHD kids build these skills in practical, meaningful ways. Hannah explains what executive function really is, how ADHD derails it, and why even the brightest, most capable kids often feel defeated by daily routines.
Together, Dana and Hannah break down simple, real-world strategies families can begin using right away, from training time awareness, to using visual cues, to building routines that actually stick. Hannah also shares the story behind her new book and the MyToad App, a tool designed to teach time management, organization, accountability, and focus in one supportive space.
If your child struggles with getting started, staying organized, remembering steps, or managing overwhelm, this conversation will leave you feeling understood, encouraged, and equipped with practical tools to help your child thrive.
Links Mentioned in the Show
▶ MyToad App: https://mytoadapp.com
▶ ADHD Symptom Reduction Tool: https://adhdthriveinstitute.com/tool
Connect with Hannah
▶ Website: https://mytoadapp.com
▶ Facebook: @mytoadapp
▶ Instagram: @mytoad_llc
▶ Pinterest: @mytoadllc
