Sensory tools for the classroom

If you are looking for more ways to support sensory seekers in your school or special education classroom, I’m here to help! There are a lot of ideas for sensory seekers in the classroom. Always consult with your occupational therapist to get their expert advice as well. I love to include alternate seating in the classroom, sensory choice boards, calming ideas for kids, tactile sensory tools, sensory rooms in schools, sensory paths for schools, and much more!

I know I am not alone when I say that I struggle to sit through staff meetings without doodling on my paper, shifting in my seat, getting up to use the bathroom and occasionally whispering with my teacher friend next to me. Now, these are every other week, and only for an hour. Every time I leave, I […]

This DIY sensory tool is perfect for kids who are constantly jiggling their legs. You know the kiddo, it's like he has ants in his pants?

What to add to your child's sensory room for the greatest success.

A resource for parents who are looking for occupational therapy activities that can be done at home and with household materials. Skill areas include fine motor, visual motor, crossing midline, self help skills, sensory processing and handwriting.

Using fidget tools in the classroom is a great way to calm students and help them focus. When used correctly, they will enhance your behavior management efforts.

Kids with tactile needs may have sensitivities to textures, physical contact and clothing. Sensory seekers need more tactile stimulation for calming, concentration and emotional grounding. Here are a few toy ideas that may help both types of kids excel in the classroom. | ilslearningcorner.com

For children needing proprioceptive outlets and/or exposure, consider these proprioception toys and tools you can use in the home.

Learn classroom sensory strategies including sensory bins, stations, bottles, and ways to calm and focus kids from an occupational therapist. Great for preschoolers, kindergarteners, and school aged kids for sensory breaks in the classroom, ideas for a sensory corner, and ways to get kids learning.