Sensory in the classroom

This is your complete guide to sensory paths for schools. You can easily create a sensory path in the school hallway but it’s important to get buy-in from all of your staff members. Sensory pathways in school allow all students more time to move. Inside my blog, you will learn about sensory path ideas, how to set it up, and even funding ideas too. Your elementary students and special education students will love their sensory path for kids at their school.

Heavy work activities provide proprioceptive input that can help children stay calm. This list of heavy work activities contains ideas kids can use anywhere

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 […]

You don't need a big budget or a lot of space to create an amazing sensory room. Make a sensory space that includes a calm down corner and sensory wall.

Learn how to make aquafaba which is a fluffy, fun sensory play material for kids. This is a great taste safe option for babies and toddlers!

Quiet fidget tools for kids in the classroom to help with attention, fidgeting, or sensory needs. #fidgetspinner #fidget #occupationaltherapy #attention #schoolbasedOT #sensory

A teacher is garnering massive social media attention after her student sensory path was featured in a video posted to her Facebook account.

This is the ultimate list of sensory diet activities for kids. Many ideas can be done with common household items and are easy to use!

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!