It’s summer, and for a lucky few, that means… BEACH TIME! But even if you can’t make it to a sandy shore, you’re kids can learn and explore a bit of the beach in your very own home. This post contains affiliate links for your convenience. Please read my full disclosure policy here. Supplies: […]
Four Tips to Surviving Bath Time with Kids with Sensory Processing Disorder
Most young kids LOVE bath time. But there seems to always be a season that each child will act like traumatized cats when you try and de-stink them. Many times, these issues arise from a sensory need or aversion. For two years, my son, who has Sensory Processing Disorder, would become violent and panic when […]
Summer Sensory Play: Watermelon Sensory Bag
Summer is just around the corner and that means, WATERMELON! Around here, we always try and give activities a sensory twist. This one turned out super delightful! This summer sensory play activity came about by accident but ended up being a ton of fun. Setup is simple. And the beans look just like watermelon seeds. […]
A Home Preschool Schedule (Especially for Kids with SPD)
I may be a first born, but I am NOT a type “A” personality. I value flexibility and tend to wing a lot of life. Improvisation and spontaneity are common everyday occurrences. But sometimes my WANTS have a head on collision with my family’s NEEDS. This post contains affiliate links for your convenience. Please see my full […]
Learning with Stickers and Their Scraps: Fine Motor Practice
Some craft supplies get used up very quickly at my house. Stickers are definitely in that category. They mostly end up somewhere on my clothing, only to be discovered later by a stranger, in public. My house is littered with the remnants of stickers-long-past. As part of the Learning with Your Craft Stash challenge, my […]
Tactile and Kinetic Letter Formation with Pipe Cleaners
Sometimes learning is approached on such a one dimensional level. Teachers speak information and kids are supposed to regurgitate that knowledge on to paper. Problem is, that doesn’t always translate into kids grasping concepts. My boys are just getting started in the world of “formal” education. But I’ve already seen a huge difference in […]
Number Recognition Sensory Bin
My boys are all about hands-on learning. When I introduce a subject in a way that they can touch, feel and interact with, there’s a much better chance that they’ll retain the knowledge I’m trying to impart. This activity was a simple way to practice number recognition. I just combined it with a simple sensory bin. […]
Activity for the Jesus Storybook Bible: The Wise Men Sensory Obstacle Course
Why am I publishing a Christmas post in March? Glad you asked! This post is part of the series of activities for EVERY chapter of the ground breaking Jesus Storybook Bible. A bunch of bloggers have gotten together compile a wonderful resource of hands-on learning activities. You’ve gotta go check it out! (And enter to […]
Three Ways to Use a Small Ball for Sensory Therapy
Since we are always on the lookout for sensory input in our household, we love turning common objects into ways to strengthen and challenge our son on an occupational level. We really love our exercise ball, but sometimes we take it down a notch and use a much smaller ball to work on all sorts […]
Wikki Stix Fine Motor Art
As a kid, I used to love making all sorts of fun creations with Wikki Stix, colorful wax covered yarn. I could bend and form them into practically anything. Little did I know what an incredible tool they would be for my son to hone his fine motor skills. This post contains affiliate links for […]
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