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How-to: Winter Glitter Jars

What’s inside this article: Step-by-step instructions for creating mesmerizing winter-themed glitter jars, along with an explanation of how to use them to help with emotional self-regulation. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. Our elf was busy last night making winter-themed glitter jars to leave for the kids to find in the morning. These are a …

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Brain Breaks for Kids – 20 Printable Activity Cards

What’s inside this article: What brain breaks are and how they benefit kids, how and when to add them to kids’ daily routines, and instructions for 20 brain break activities. Free download of brain break activity cards at the bottom of this article. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. Brain breaks are an effective way …

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60 Heavy Work Activities for Sensory Seekers

What’s inside this article: A look at how and why heavy work activities help children with self-regulation and sensory seeking behaviors, plus a list of 60 heavy work activities for children. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links Today we’re talking about heavy work activities for kids, and don’t worry, I’m not referring to child labor. …

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10 Sensory Activities for Infants (0 – 12 Months)

What’s inside this article: 10 sensory activities for infants ages 0-12 months to encourage healthy sensory development throughout baby’s first year. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. Sensory information is the basis of all learning that’s why it only makes sense for new parents to engage in sensory activities for infants with their new bundle. …

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Sensory Diet Activities – 200+ Activities Based on The Sensory Checklist

What’s inside this article: A review of common types of sensory issues in children, a sensory checklist that allows you to identify your child’s sensory needs, and a list of sensory diet activities to view based on your responses. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. A sensory diet is a carefully designed set of sensory …

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52 Vestibular Input Activities For Sensory Seekers

What’s inside this article: A brief overview of the vestibular system and how these activities can benefit kids, then 52 vestibular input activities to try. When it comes to sensory activities, vestibular input activities are probably my favorite. When I first started learning about how sensory activities could help kids, I hadn’t heard of the …

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58 Sensory Activities for Toddlers & Preschoolers

What’s inside this article: An overview of how sensory play helps toddlers & preschools, followed by 58 sensory activities suitable for toddlers and preschoolers. Disclaimer: this post contains affiliate links Sensory play is a crucial part of early childhood development and it’s beneficial to all children.  So, it’s great to have a ton of sensory ideas for …

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8 Minute Morning Workout for Kids

What’s inside this article: A look at the physical and cognitive benefits of exercise for children, instructions for an easy 8-minute workout for kids, and a free printable poster & printer-friendly instructions to use with your children. You’ll find the printable at the bottom of this article. It’s no secret that children thrive on routine …

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32 Activities for Sensory Seekers

What’s inside this article: 16 behaviors that may indicate your child is a sensory seeker, and 32 activities you can try with your child to reduce sensory seeking behaviors and help them stay calm. Children who are sensory seekers are under-responsive to sensory input. They seek extra stimulation so they can stay regulated and calm. …

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27 Outdoor Sensory Activities for Kids

The weather is warming up and summer is just around the corner. If you’re looking for some outdoor sensory activities, you’ve come to the right place. Get ready to put away the sensory bins and check out these outdoor sensory activities to enjoy with your kids this summer. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. Benefits …

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