We’ve all been there… it’s time for bed and your child just won’t relax enough to fall asleep. First, it’s needing a drink. Then they need to go to the bathroom… again. Their favorite stuffed animal is missing, or they want the door open, and then shut, and then open again. Or maybe your child […]
The Best Activities for the Gustatory System
The gustatory system (sense of taste) can be a tricky sensory system to navigate, especially if you have a picky eater. Get the best activities for the gustatory system in this post! What is the Gustatory System? Gustatory is another big science word for the sense of taste. The senses of taste come from your […]
Pumpkin Themed Pre-Writing Activity Packet
The smell of pumpkin spice is in the air! Get into the fall/autumn spirit with your preschooler or kindergartener using this fun pumpkin-themed pre-writing activity packet. Pumpkin themes are really popular in the preschool setting. I wanted to create an age-appropriate way for my 4-year-old to practice some of his pre-writing lines with a fun […]
The Best Activities for the Tactile System
The tactile system is often the most commonly recognized sensory system of the body. It is also the one people notice most often if a child has an overactive or under-active tactile system. Anything you touch or feel is part of this system. Today I want to share some of the best activities for the […]
Apple-Themed Fine Motor Activities
Adding a fun theme to your fine motor activities is a great way to keep kids interested in working on their fine motor skills. Today I am sharing some fun apple themed fine motor activities that your kids will love! Apple-Themed Fine Motor Activities for Kids Crafts are a great way to include fine motor […]
Space Themed Sensory Play Activities with Book Lists
Our summer library reading program was the theme of space, for the 50th anniversary of the moonwalk. My daughter has also been fascinated with planets and space, so I decided to roundup some book lists and space themed sensory play activities that make great book extension activities. Space Themed Book List My friend Kati is […]
When Should Children Use a Slant Board for Handwriting?
A popular therapeutic strategy for handwriting concerns is the use of a slant board. Could it be the right solution for a child who is struggling with handwriting? Let’s take a look at when you should consider having a child use a slant board for handwriting. When to Consider a Slant Board for Handwriting You […]
In-hand Manipulation Skills Needed for Handwriting
In-hand manipulation skills are an important part of handwriting, fine motor, and everyday life skills. Today we are going to take a look at the basic patterns of in-hand manipulation skills needed for handwriting. Why In-Hand Manipulation Skills Matter When you think about all the ways you move a pencil for handwriting, this is why […]
The Best Activities for Proprioceptive Input
Proprioception is one of those eight senses that not everyone knows about. If you have a child struggling to focus, sit still, or attend to a task, this is one of the sensory systems you want to address! Today I am sharing some of the best activities for proprioceptive input. What is Proprioception? Before we […]
The Best Activities for Vestibular Input
The vestibular system is one of the sensory systems that can have the biggest effect on a child’s behavior. Having a child complete a vestibular activity can help them regulate their emotions, focus, and gain their attention. Here are some of the best activities for vestibular input. Vestibular Seekers And Avoiders Before we get into […]