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Beyond Play: The Benefits of Swinging for Children with Autism

What’s inside this article: A look at the benefits of swinging for autistic children, different types of sensory swings, and the benefits of having a sensory swing in your home or classroom for kids with autism. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder that affects how people …

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Building Spatial Awareness in Children

What’s inside this article: A look at what spatial awareness is and why it’s important. Signs of spatial awareness problems in kids and what may cause those problems. Games and play-based activities to help children of all ages practice and develop spatial awareness. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. What Is Spacial Awareness? Spatial awareness …

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Bilateral Coordination – What It Is, How to Improve It

What’s inside this article: Description of bilateral coordination, types of bilateral movements, signs your child has poor bilateral coordination, and lastly, ways to develop and improve bilateral coordination. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links This post is part of a 10-part series on the sensory systems. Each part will contain a table of contents to …

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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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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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Exercise for Kids: Free Printable Animal-Themed Gross Motor Game

What’s inside this article: A quick review of the 12 building blocks for gross motor develop in children and a free printable animal-themed gross motor game that helps kids stay active and build gross motor skills, even on days when they can’t play outside. Daily exercise is important for kids and affects child development, behavior, …

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The Vestibular System – 27 Vestibular Input Activities

What’s inside this article: An in-depth explanation of how the vestibular system works, types of sensory processing issues related to the vestibular system, an explanation of what causes dizziness, and vestibular input activities for children. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. Sensory play is an essential part of childhood development. Our senses provide us with …

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