by Katie McKenna, MS, OTR/L | Feb 26, 2024 | Resources, Sensory |
There are many tools you already likely have in your classroom or can easily incorporate that can support a student feeling calm, safe and comfortable in the classroom. Here are 3 easy tips and ideas on how to support student regulation during natural classroom...
by Katie McKenna, MS, OTR/L | Feb 12, 2024 | OT Perspective, Sensory |
As an OT, I am frequently recommending sensory strategies that students and teams can use throughout the school day to promote regulation and engagement. There are many options available, and it is important to consistently evaluate the effectiveness of sensory...
by Ashley Linz, M. Ed | Dec 15, 2023 | FEATURED POSTS, Sensory |
Our students thrive on routine and structure, and incorporating sensory breaks into a student’s schedule should be no different. Learn how to create sensory menus to help make your student’s day more successful. What is a Sensory Menu? Also called a sensory diet, a...
by Ashley Linz, M. Ed | Nov 17, 2023 | Art & Fine Motor, Basic Skills, Cooking, Fall, Interventions, Life Skills, Sensory |
Did you know that by incorporating cooking into your lesson plans, your students will continue to work on several skills? Cooking is an excellent opportunity to work on academic and functional skills by creating hands-on learning experiences for your students and...
by Katie McKenna, MS, OTR/L | Nov 13, 2023 | OT Perspective, Resources, Sensory |
As an OT, I am always looking for ways to meet my students’ sensory needs. Many of my classrooms have adopted various flexible seating options as one way to support students, which often include separate pieces of furniture such as wobble chairs, ball chairs,...
by Katie McKenna, MS, OTR/L | Oct 9, 2023 | OT Perspective, Resources, Sensory |
Now that we have the environmental setup as well as the policies and procedures, let’s talk about the tools and activities that can be useful in a sensory room. It is a good idea to have a variety of options in your sensory room to meet the needs of all students. ...