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A clear visual of how executive function skills typically progress from infancy through young adulthood for parents, educators & supporters

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Executive Functioning Skill Development by Age

What's Included?

  • Two-page printable PDF chart covering 11 executive function skills across five age ranges (infant to young adult)
  • Easy-to-scan grid with milestones for each executive function skill and age band
  • Reference list for further reading on executive function development and milestones

What Can You Do With the Free Executive Functioning Skill Development by Age Infographic?

See Executive Skills At A Glance

with age-by-age milestones across 11 skills

Set Realistic Expectations

by matching supports to what is typical at each age

Plan Better Conversations

with a shared reference for families and teams

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FAQs

Is this a diagnostic tool?

No, it is an educational reference to guide discussion and planning.

Is the PDF printable?

Yes, you can print and use it in sessions or at home.

Does it include adults?

Yes, it includes a young adult column to support transition planning.

Can I use it to assist me with writing IEP goals?

Yes, you're welcome to use it to align on goals and appropriate supports.

Are there sources for the milestones?

Yes, the PDF includes a references section you can review.

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Who Created This Resource

We build simple, low-friction executive function tools shaped by lived neurodivergent experience and professional training, so you get clear steps that fit real life.

CHRIS HANSON  //  Founder of Life Skills Advocate

Hi, I’m Chris. I grew up in Cleveland, Ohio and moved to the Seattle area in 2008. I am a neurodivergent adult and a former special education teacher. In 2019 I started Life Skills Advocate to create the kind of practical support I wished I had in high school and early adulthood.

I have about eight years of classroom experience and more than twenty years of lived experience with ADHD and anxiety. My work focuses on simple systems that reduce overwhelm at school, work, and home. I care about clear steps, realistic follow through, and tools that fit real life.

Outside of work I enjoy time with my wife and son, gardening, and racquetball. I am grateful for the community that uses our resources and shares feedback so we can keep improving together.

Chris 

AMY SIPPL  //  Content Specialist

Hi, I’m Amy, a Minnesota-based content specialist at Life Skills Advocate and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). I support families, educators, and adults with resources that make learning and daily routines easier.

I hold a master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from St. Cloud State University and undergraduate degrees in Psychology and Family Social Science from the University of Minnesota. For over a decade I have worked with neurodivergent children, teens, and adults in home, school, and clinic settings.

My writing centers on practical strategies that respect autonomy and reduce overwhelm. I aim for clear explanations, doable next steps, and tools that help people use their strengths in everyday life.

Amy

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