by Michelle Lindenmuth, M.Ed. | Mar 6, 2023 | Sensory |
Let’s talk about some of my favorite classroom sensory tools! Every special education class (and let’s be honest, general education classes, too) should have a sensory toolbox for their students. Our learners all have such unique needs and it can be difficult to know...
by Katie McKenna, MS, OTR/L | Jan 23, 2023 | Resources, Sensory |
For those of us who live in places where the weather gets very cold and snowy, winter can be long. We all know there are many benefits to outdoor play. You can check out my blog post on this topic here. Ice, snow and freezing temperatures can make outdoor play less...
by Jen Koenig, B.S, M.Ed., LBS1 | Jan 18, 2023 | Academics, Art & Fine Motor, Sensory, Winter |
Beat the Winter Blues By January, when the holidays are over and everything settles into routine, the winter blues can set in. The weather in the mid-west gets cold, rainy, snowy, and gross. Indoor recess becomes the norm, and students (and staff!) get restless. Some...
by Katie McKenna, MS, OTR/L | Oct 24, 2022 | Sensory |
It is important to understand the unique sensory profile of your students in order to effectively utilize sensory supports in the classroom. One of my favorite ways to think about sensory input is by using the cup analogy, which you can read more about here. In my...
by Katie McKenna, MS, OTR/L | Oct 10, 2022 | Sensory |
Sensory supports can be incredibly helpful to ensure our learners are able to participate in activities throughout the school day. However, it is important that we choose the right tools for each student’s individual sensory profile. Today, let’s talk about sensory...
by Katie McKenna, MS, OTR/L | Sep 26, 2022 | Sensory |
Have you heard of the sensory cup analogy? I think this is a really helpful way to think about sensory processing. I first heard of this concept when watching this video from Easter Seals. In my sensory series, I wrote a lot about the ways we respond to sensory...
