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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
12 Heavy Work Activities for School
Have you been searching for heavy work ideas but are struggling to find something that will work for your classroom or school environment? Today I have you covered with heavy work activities for school. What is Heavy Work? Heavy work is a term coined to describe any type of activity that activates proprioceptive receptors. Proprioception […]