Sensory stimulation

Sensory play doesn't have to be messy! Learn how to make sensory bags and find out about all the sensory bag fillers you can add to your bags for mess free fun!

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

Tactile, sensory activities for dementia are very important. This article gives you some ideas of activities to stimulate the sense of touch.

Little Seeds & Peter Pan on Instagram: “Sensory Walk// Sensory experiences are an important part of child development, but many sensory activities only utilize the hands. Our feet…”

In a couple weeks, the White House will be convening the first Summit on Early Learning. We need your help to make sure this Summit actually leads to action for our littlest learners!

A great list of senosry activites for babies, 6 months to 12 months. Edible sensory activities included, such as our famous baby sand...

What is the Aim Challenge Developmental disabilities—e.g., autism spectrum disorders (ASD), cerebral palsy—involve early onset of physical and/or cognitive impairments and often accompany abnormal sensory processing. One in 59 U.S. children is estimated to have ASD, and those with ASD tend to have more atypical sensory processing. High sensory stimulation in schools can interfere with students’ […]

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Some brain injuries, particularly those that affect the parietal lobe, can lead to various sensory deficits. Some examples of these problems include numbness, tingling, and difficulty distinguishing between hot and cold sensations. Fortunately, it is possible to treat these problems through sensory stimulation activities. These activities can help retrain your brain to process different sensations again. […]