Your kids may not want to admit it, but school is starting again soon. The transition back to a school-year schedule and spending time in class may be challenging. Our OTs are sharing the top 10 sensory tools to help you and your kids make a smooth transition to the new school year!
Leave traditional desks behind and use this portable workstation instead! Whether you have kids use it during circle time or to do homework outside, they will always have a comfortable surface to work on. The Surf Seat is very lightweight, making it easy for kids to take with them.
This pencil sleeve makes it safe for kids who need oral stimulation while they’re writing. Instead of chewing on the actual pencil they can slide on this tie-dye sleeve to get the input they need. The Chewy Pencil Sleeve also has a bit of weight to it, providing additional writing support.
Slide the Foam Dome under students’ desks to use as a comfy footrest. Turn it over so that the domed side faces down, allowing them to rock their feet back and forth whenever they need a quiet fidget.
This is a perfectly portable flexible seating option. Students can choose what texture they want to sit on (bumpy or spiky) for additional sensory input at their desk, during circle time, or at the table for meals.
Featuring the same tie-dye as the Chewy Pencil Sleeve, these Bubble Pop Balls are perfectly sized to stash in a backpack. Encourage kids to take one out to fidget while on the bus, use it to play catch with a friend, or practice their hand-eye coordination!
Wearing a cozy compression shirt is a great way to get steady, calming input throughout the day. The ribbed version is super soft and has slightly more elasticity. Kids can wear it alone or layer it as the weather grows cooler.
These wall panels are the ultimate place to practice a variety of fine motor and visual skills, alone or with friends. Choose from three different themed boards for the perfect fit for your students.
Keep your students focused on the task at hand with this handy visual timer. Set it for however much time they need, so that they can see the color slowly disappear. It gives kids a visual way to understand time and know how much longer they have to work on something.
These lap pads are easy to clean, making them great for use in school. Kids can get the deep pressure input they need to stay regulated and improve their attention. Place it across their lap or shoulders, depending where they need the input the most.
Pull out this gel pad for writing warm-ups. Kids can practice their grasp while holding the magnetic pen. Work on moving the ‘pen’ along the lines or to form letters and shapes in the gel. For a soothing tactile and visual experience, use your fingers to squish the gel and see what it looks like as it moves.
Classrooms can have harsh lighting that agitates students. Make the room more inviting and calming with these Light Filters. Choose which option you like and easily reduce the fluorescent lighting's impact.
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