Attention course for parents and educators

Help Kids Improve Attention with Proven OT Strategies

Course · 7 Lessons

Unlock Your Child’s Potential by Mastering Attention

Does your child struggle to stay on task and get easily distracted? Attention is more than just focusing—it’s the foundation for lifelong success. Whether they’re completing assignments at school, collaborating on a project at work, building meaningful friendships, resolving conflicts in relationships, or managing daily responsibilities, strong attention skills play a critical role. Our course dives into the world of attention, giving you the tools and strategies to help your child stay engaged, follow through, and excel in every area of life. Walk away with actionable solutions you can use right away.

What Is Attention?

Attention is the ability to focus on specific information while filtering out distractions. It includes the ability to stay on task, filter important details, and multitask. These skills shape how your child learns, interacts, and navigates daily life.

Why Attention Matters

Understanding and supporting your child’s attention skills can transform their ability to succeed.

Build a Strong Foundation for Learning:  Attention is the cornerstone of learning. Without it, academic struggles can arise, impacting confidence and performance in school and later in life at work. By strengthening attention, your child can absorb, retain, and apply information effectively.

Improve Behavior and Emotional Regulation:  Attention issues often manifest as frustration, impulsivity, or difficulty following instructions. Supporting attention helps your child better regulate their emotions and behavior, fostering a calmer and more cooperative environment at home and in school.

Boost Confidence and Social Connections: Children who can focus and engage meaningfully experience greater success in friendships and group settings. This builds self-esteem and prepares them to thrive in all areas of life.

What You’ll Learn

  • Complete Toolkit for Managing Attention Challenges: Master practical techniques and resources tailored to address your child’s unique attention struggles, empowering you to provide the best possible support.

  • Insights Into Attention’s Role in Development: Discover how attention affects key developmental milestones, from academic performance to social skills, and how to identify when challenges need intervention.

  • Understanding Different Types of Attention: Learn how each type impacts your child’s behavior, learning, and overall functioning.

  • Practical Strategies for Everyday Success: Implement lifestyle changes, routines, and engaging activities designed to enhance focus, minimize distractions, and improve task completion.

  • Evidence-Based Therapeutic Approaches:  Gain knowledge of proven programs and therapies that effectively address attention challenges, giving your child the tools to excel.

What’s Included

  • Step-by-step video lessons in 6 focused modules

  • Downloadable worksheets and environment checklists

  • Practical activity suggestions backed by OT principles

  • Self-paced, mobile-friendly, lifetime access

Take Action today and unlock your child’s full potential!

Contents

Course videos

Introduction
3 mins

Defining Inattention
4 mins

Attention and Child Development
5 mins

The Many Kinds Of Attention
10 mins

Tips and Tricks For Helping Your Child
24 mins

Therapeutic Approaches and Programs
14 mins

Conclusion
3 mins

Frequently asked questions

What will I learn in the Attention course?

You’ll learn how to support kids who struggle with focus, using OT-based strategies to improve attention, transitions, and follow-through.

Is this course for teachers too, or just parents?

It’s for both! Educators will find strategies they can implement in real-time to help students stay on task and feel more regulated.

Will this help my child if they don’t have an official attention diagnosis?

Yes. Whether or not a child has a diagnosis, these strategies are designed to support focus and engagement across the board.

How long will I have access to the course?

You’ll get lifetime access. Go at your own pace and return to the lessons anytime.

Do I need an OT background to take this course?

No experience necessary. The course is made for parents, teachers, and caregivers who want to help kids stay focused and thrive.

Meet Your Instructor

Miriam Manela Frankel, OTR/L CTC CMLD, is a licensed occupational therapist and creator of the Thrive Method™. With over 20 years of clinical experience, she brings real-world tools to help families and educators succeed.