SELECTED CONDITIONS OF PLANNING ABILITY IN EARLY ADOLESCENCE

The book by Dr. Sara Filipiak is an insightful analysis of the development of planning skills in young people in early adolescence, i.e. between the ages of 9 and 12. The author presents with passion and commitment a wide range of theories and concepts on planning, based on neuropsychological foundations. It is a fascinating journey into the depths of the mind of a young person, which allows us to understand how the ability to plan develops and what factors influence it.

• Innovative approach to the analysis of the phenomenon of planning.
• Wealth of explored variables, taking into account the psychological and social context of development.
• Compendium of knowledge about global methods for measuring planning skills.
• High educational value for students of psychology and pedagogy.
• Basis for programs supporting the development of the planning process.
• Practical tips for therapists dealing with optimizing the mental development of students.

The author presents an impressive knowledge of psychological tools for measuring measured functions. Research psychologists will find here a compendium of knowledge about global methods for measuring planning skills in childhood and adolescence, descriptions of experimental and clinical trials, standardized and questionnaire methods for assessing planning, and information on the possibility of their application in Polish studies. This is an extremely valuable source of information for all those interested in the mental development of children and adolescents.

The book has a high educational value and can be an important bibliographic position for students of psychology and pedagogy. It should be included in the reading list of future teachers and educators. It can form the basis for programs supporting the development of the planning process for therapists dealing with optimizing the mental development of primary school students. This is a must-read for anyone who wants to better understand the planning process and its impact on the development of a young person.

The publication is a valuable source of knowledge for students, teachers, psychologists and all those interested in the development of planning skills in children and adolescents. Thanks to it, you can better understand the process of developing this important skill and more effectively support its development. This is an investment in the future of young generations, which will bring measurable benefits in their personal and professional lives.

From the review by Dr. habil. Elżbieta Rydz, prof. KUL. Edition: UMCS, 2025. Pages: 209, Format: 173x243 mm, cover: paperback.