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Sensory Processing Activities, Ideas and Calming Exercises

Sensory Processing

Sensory Processing

The vast majority of children and young people with impairments and disabilities will have some sensory challenges which can impact their development and behaviour.

This library (produced by specialist occupational therapist, Catherine Williams and specialist physiotherapist Stephanie Wheen), has lots of ideas, activities and games to help our children modulate, stimulate and calm their sensory systems.

29 Games to Play for Sensory Movement Exploration at Home

7 Great Exercise Videos Using Movement to Stimulate or Calm the Vestibular System

Music, Singing and Dance - How to Use Music in the Home

Using Massage to Aid the Sensory Systems

14 Wet Messy Play Ideas: For Children Who Need Lots of Sensory Input

10 Dry Messy Play Ideas For Hypersensitive Children

41 Awesome Messy Play Recipes for Children With Sensory Processing Difficulties

20 Ideas on How to Dye Sensory Materials for Messy Play

!4 Great Apps for Developing Fine Motor Skills

Video Webinars

These webinars are led by qualified therapists and specialist children’s well-being practitioners and are informative as well as offering practical tips and tricks to try at home. This information is easy to access and understand with a breakdown of topics to help find the sections relevant for our children.

Strategies for home for feeding difficulties

Understanding Sensory Processing and Strategies to try at Home

Getting Engaged: How to Help your Child's Attention and Motivation

Calming Ideas and Activities to Improve your Child's Proprioception

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