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I was surprised that I had never done this theme for my sensory storytime as that it’s such a popular theme for storytime. So, without further ado, here’s my transportation theme for my sensory friendly storytime. This storytime is done a little differently than my toddler storytimes, geared toward a smaller audience with a lot of interaction in the hopes of connecting with each and every child. I use a great website called do2Learn to find my picture cards to create my schedule. I loved this storytime and sadly only had one little friend attend, so I’ll definitely be keeping this storytime for another group of kids! Storytime Plan Opening Song: Open, Shut Them Schedule: Picture Cards Book: Little Blue Truck by Alice Schetle Song: “The Wheels On the Bus” (with shaker eggs) Rhyme (Fine Motor): “Zoom, Zoom, Zoom”Zoom, zoom, zoomWe’re going to the moon.Zoom, zoom, zoomWe’re going to the moon.If you want to take a tripclimb aboard my rocket ship.Zoom, zoom, zoomWe’re going to the moon.In 5, 4, 3, 2, 1Blast off! Flannel Board/Folder: Tip Tip Dig Dig by Emma Garcia Song: “Drivin’ In My Car” by Ralph’s World Activity (Gross Motor): “The Crazy Traffic Light” by Rob ReidThere’s a crazy traffic lightOn a corner in our town.It has the normal colors,You know, yellow means slow down,And green means goAnd red means stop.It’s all the other colorsThat’ll make your mouth drop. Chorus:When you see a pink light,It means hop like a bunny.When the light is purple.Make a face that’s funny.When the light turns orange,You should bark like a dog.When the brown light shines,You can oink like a hog.When the white light’s bright,You should give a loud roar.When the light turns blue,Fall asleep and snore. One day the workers cameTo fix that crazy light.They tried to make it likeAll the other traffic lights.They spent a lot of moneyTearing out its guts.They tried to guaranteeTraffic wouldn’t go nuts.They put in brand new wires.They worked all day and night.The thought when they were finishedThat they changed that traffic light.But when they switched it onAfter spending all that dough,It flashed those crazy colorsThat the kids all know. (Chorus) Book: Night Light by Nicholas Blechman Closing Song: We Wave Good-Bye Like This
Sensory clothing sensitivities can make getting dressed stressful for kids and adults. Find sensory friendly clothing for all types of tactile sensitivities, for kids and adults!
These 8 sensory-friendly potty training tips are life-changing for parents of kids with sensory processing disorder, autism, or any other strong sensory preferences! Save yourself a headache and lots of tears with these sensory-friendly potty training tips!
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After sharing how they managed to throw a sensory-friendly wedding, honeymoon wasn't the only thing this neurodivergent couple got to celebrate.
Over 80 amazing proprioceptive activities for sensory seeking kids that provide powerful and lasting proprioceptive input. Simple ideas can be used quickly to calm, focus, alert for kids with autism or sensory processing disorder. Great for all ages: toddlers, preschoolers, school aged kids and even teens. Occupational Therapist approved for sensory seekers!
I've always been highly affected by my surroundings. I can't tell you how many times I've changed doctors, dentists, hotel rooms and even classrooms. It might not necessarily be a sensory-processing issue, but there is no doubt that I'll react either physically or emotionally if the room does not "feel good". Therefore, I've been very aware of the children in my class who might also need a modification in the classroom space, materials, light, noise or smells. In fact, when I have students who begin to demonstrate inappropriate behavior, the first thing I do is change the child's immediate surroundings. Often, that is all that needed in order to correct the misbehavior. Below is a sample of strategies that can be used to make a classroom sensory-friendly. By making a classroom sensory-friendly, children who have sensory-processing issues can truly focus on the learning activities without distraction or discomfort. These strategies can be used hourly, daily, monthly or for the entire year. The purpose is to give teachers and parents ways to help keep children happy, engaged and learning in the inclusive class. Classroom Space • big tables • small tables • groups of tables • desks in groups • desks in pairs • individual workstations • quiet area • carpet area • cozy reading space • clutter control • color coordination • play areas with boundaries • open windows • temperature change Classroom Materials • bins for keeping materials organized • centers with a variety of activities • mini carpets to sit on at circle time/center time • a variety of books to read at various reading levels • fidgets • visual timers • visual planners • bean bag chairs • audio-visual materials Lighting • natural light • lamps • 1 or 2 flourescent lights on • light diffuser • closed blinds Noise • quiet work time • talking work time • music playing in the background • ticking clock • "white noise" ie. circulating fan Smells • "no perfume" zone • food kept in airtight containers • no smelly markers/crayons • fresh air flowing • desks cleaned out regularly
Edible paint might just be the best idea ever invented! Learn how to make edible paint for your baby with this simple, allergy friendly recipe.
Kevin Erickson: Here are things I learned on how to optimize your sensory environment (e.g. your home) to help you feel calm, in control, and productive.
These touchy-feely sensory pouches (also known as squish bags and sensory pads) are a wonderful way to explore the senses. Filled with interesting textures, sensory pouches are stimulating to look at and touch. They are also so easy to make! Making sensory pouches is a quick and inexpensive way to make an engaging and relaxing sensory activity for people living with dementia.
Learn about these autism showering products to help make showering easier with these sensory friendly ideas and resources.
Architecture can unarguably be defined as an experience for the users that goes beyond the space and the mere spatial arrangement.
With all of your sensory kiddos in mind, I'm sharing how we manage creating Sensory Friendly Halloween Costumes to get us through.
From fuzzy lamb's ear to towering sunflowers, find sensory plants for a kid-friendly garden with plant picks and growing tips from HGTV Gardens.
Have you ever thought past your emotional response to “the witching hour” and considered that you as a mom are experiencing sensory triggers?
Heavy work has been used to help calm and stimulate students with sensory needs for years! You are probably already using some heavy work activities and you might not even realize it! So what is heavy work? Heavy work is an activity that either pushes or pulls against the body and provides the muscles and joints with input. Heavy work activities can be beneficial to EVERY student but can be particularly helpful for students with sensory processing needs. Heavy work can help students feel regulated and focused. Heavy work activities fall into 3 main categories: Whole body/ gross motor activities (like pushing, pulling, lifting, and moving) Oral activities (like chewing, sucking, and blowing) Fine motor/ use of hands (like squeezing and pinching) 1) Examples of gross motor/ whole body heavy work at home and school include: Pushing & pulling objects / items: Vacuuming, sweeping, moping Pushing someone on a swing Pushing a heavy/ full grocery cart Pulling a heavy/ full wagon Pushing heavy doors open Raking leaves Dusting furniture/ wiping tables Cleaning the white board Scooters Climbing on the playground or obstacle courses Lifting heavy objects/ items: Carrying everyday household objects (laundry basket, groceries, taking out trash, etc.) Playing toss/ passing games with weighted balls or weighted toys Carrying buckets of sand or water Yoga & exercises with body weight Carrying a heavy lunch bucket/ basket Stacking and un-stacking chairs Jumping & bounding on/ with items: Jumping on a trampoline Jumping/ falling into beanbags Bouncing on therapy balls/ chairs Jump roping Gymnastics Climbing/ hanging on items: Hanging/ swinging on monkey bars Rope swings/ rings Rock walls Ladders and slides 2) Oral heavy work activities at home and school include: Chewing food items: Gummy candies (like gummy bears, licorice and Sour Patch Kids) Bagels Gum Cheese Dried fruit (raisins, craisins, mango, etc.) Dried meat (beef jerky, turkey jerky) Popcorn Blowing activities: Blowing bubbles Blowing up balloons Using whistles Blow party favor toys (like kazoos) Blowing through a straw Sucking activities: Sucking through fun straws (bendy or twisty straws are awesome!) Using water bottles with straws Drinking smoothies or milkshakes with a straw Hard candies Popsicles & lollipops 3) Fine motor heavy work activities at home and school include: Resistance toys and activities: Using stamps and molds with Play Doh Using spray bottles to spray cleaner on tables or water plants Cutting thick paper or cardboard with scissors Putting clothespins on materials Bingo dabbers Ripping heavy/ thick paper Writing & working on vertical services: Writing and drawing on vertical or slanted chalkboard or whiteboard Erasing and cleaning/ wiping chalkboard or whiteboard Tabletop easels for art or writing Cleaning/ wiping vertical surfaces above eye level (like doors, walls, showers, etc.) It's also important to observe your students and take data to determine what activities calm and stimulate (or over stimulate) your students. You should remember that what calms one student might over stimulate another student. There are so many different ways to incorporate heavy work into your day! Take the time to figure out what works best for your students and then start sprinkling the activities throughout your day!
Sensory Bottles with Glitter Glue: super easy and kid-friendly recipe for a fun family arts and crafts activity and a very useful calming tool.
I've made tons of batches of homemade play dough searching for a non toxic edible recipe that was toddler friendly & this DIY homemade play dough recipe....
When we moved into our home this past September, we knew we wanted to renovate our yard into a sensory paradise for our two dogs, Bindi and Rosie.Our yard isn't huge, so we planned to use of every square inch and make the most out of what we had into sensory garden.Here's how I planned what elements to add into our Sensory Yard, and I hope it inspires others on how they can do the same!PART 1: THE SENSESThe senses. 5 unique, ever-present groupings that completely affect how we interpret the wor
As soon as I started to plan out our Sensory Room, I knew I wanted to include a sensory wall. This DIY tactile sensory wall is just what I envisioned!
The Takeaway: An essential style meets thoughtful modifications. Getting dressed just got easier. Developed in partnership with Gamut, this wireless design from our #1 Bra collection features a magnetic front closure for easy on and off, front strap adjustors, and sensory-friendly fabric. Gamut-certified. Wireless, lightly lined. Front adjustors to easily shorten or lengthen straps. Magnetic front closure for easy on and off. Sensory-friendly fabric for the most comfortable fit and feel. Partially made from recycled materials.
Sewing tutorial on how to make a weighted blanket. Detailed instructions on how to sew a sensory blanket. Ideal for sensory soothing.
Rainbow oats sensory bin: how to dye oats for sensory play
I recently asked members of my Autism Parent Tribe: What's the best thing you've done to get your skeptical eater to eat new foods?Read their answers below!
Sewing tutorial on how to make a weighted blanket. Detailed instructions on how to sew a sensory blanket. Ideal for sensory soothing.
Want to learn how to make Gak bubbles? I know most people probably haven't have heard of gak bubbles, but they're so much fun. Kids of all ages will love
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Just because our children with sensory needs get older it does not mean our sensory needs go away. Sensory input for teens and college students is a very real
What is Pathological Demand Avoidance and how does it relate to other conditions?
Sensory gardens provide exciting areas to forage, exercise, explore and aim to enrich the lives of our dogs. They are designed to reduce stress and
Sensory Bottles with Glitter Glue: super easy and kid-friendly recipe for a fun family arts and crafts activity and a very useful calming tool.
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Sensory pathways for kids are a fun and easy way to get students to be more active in school. For these tools to work, you want to avoid common mistakes.
This visual directory of non-food sensory bin ideas for preschoolers will help teachers plan the bin filler, accessories, and learning objectives.
