What is a Sensory Menu?
Also called a sensory diet, a sensory menu is a specific set of sensory activities structured to meet the individual sensory needs of each student.
Collaborate with Other Team Members
Each student’s sensory needs are different, and when developing sensory menus, it is crucial to collaborate with other IEP team members. Work with your occupational therapist, physical therapist, speech pathologist, paraprofessional, parents, etc., to find the best activities for each student.
Building Sensory Menus into a Student’s Schedule
Look at your student’s daily schedule and decide the best times to build sensory menus into their day. Remember, not every student will need sensory menus, but for those that do, look for specific times when the student shows a need for sensory integration. Structure the menu, so your student knows exactly what activity to do and how long to do each sensory activity.
Observe and Modify
Continue to observe and modify activities as needed. If the sensory activity has the opposite effect, consider reevaluating and finding an alternate activity to address their needs.
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Hi. Wonderful! I had thought about trying sensory activity but didn’t know how to exactly begin and implement. Your ideas just help me to start it. I am using some of these activities. Thank you!!
SO great to hear this was helpful! Let me know how it goes 🙂