One of the best ways for children with autism, Asperger’s, and sensory processing disorders to learn is through play. Children improve their motor skills, language skills, and social skills by moving their bodies and interacting with their environment. Yet the biggest challenges parents, teachers, and loved ones face with children on the autism spectrum or… More 101 Games And Activities For Children With Autism, Asperger’s And Sensory Processing Disorders
Book Categories: Sensory Integration
28 Instant Songames: Fun-Filled Activities For Kids 3-8
Twenty-eight games that make children feel good about themselves – what could be more fun than that?? This full-length, 28-song music CD and booklet of activities will get kids up and moving in no time. The activities include numerous games of body awareness, movement play, feeling identification, and self-expression, as well as imagination games that… More 28 Instant Songames: Fun-Filled Activities For Kids 3-8
A Buffet of Sensory Interventions: Solutions for Middle and High School Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders
This practical and well-researched tool is unique by focusing on middle and high school students, whose sensory needs are often overlooked. In suggesting interventions for this age group, the author emphasizes the importance of fostering independence, self-advocacy and self-regulation as a way to for teens with autism spectrum disorders to take ownership of their sensory… More A Buffet of Sensory Interventions: Solutions for Middle and High School Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Answers To Questions Teachers Ask About Sensory Integration
In this book you’ll find tried-and-true instructions for developing fine-motor, “organizing,” and motor-planning skills, and for providing an appropriate “Sensory Diet” that will benefit all your students. The author has assembled an extensive and easy-to-use set of checklists and other tools that will be invaluable to every teacher (and parent) who has children with sensory processing challenges.… More Answers To Questions Teachers Ask About Sensory Integration
Arnie And His School Tools: Simple Sensory Solutions That Build Success
This book is an illustrated children’s book about an exuberant little boy who has difficulty paying attention in class and doing his school work until he was equipped with the tools to accommodate his sensory needs. Written from Arnie’s point of view, the book uses simple language to describe some of the sensory tools and… More Arnie And His School Tools: Simple Sensory Solutions That Build Success
Asperger Syndrome And Sensory Issues
Asperger Syndrome and Sensory Issues attempts to explain how many children with Asperger Syndrome relate to the world through their senses. Chapter 1 is an overview of sensory integration terminology and a discussion of how the sensory systems impact behavior. Chapter 2 takes an in depth look at sensory issues associated with AS. Chapter 3… More Asperger Syndrome And Sensory Issues
Building Bridges through Sensory Integration -Therapy for Children with Autism and Other Pervasive Developmental Disorders (3rd Edition)
Written by three experienced occupational therapists, this book is a perfect tool for those working with young children, but also broad enough to be adapted for older children and adults. It provides creative techniques and useful tips while offering innovative strategies and practical advice for dealing with everyday challenges, including managing behaviors, improving muscle tone,… More Building Bridges through Sensory Integration -Therapy for Children with Autism and Other Pervasive Developmental Disorders (3rd Edition)
Danceland: Songames And Activities To Improve Sensory Skills
Imagine the fun you can have making fitness into a creative adventure! Fly aboard an imaginary airplane to the “exotic continent of musicality,” exploring all the sensory-motor activities hidden in Danceland. Polka to an authentic Krakowiak or have kids choregraph their own movements to singer Laura Dart’s Touch the Earth. Kids can croon karaoke-style to… More Danceland: Songames And Activities To Improve Sensory Skills
Early Intervention Games: Fun, Joyful Ways To Develop Social And Motor Skills In Children with Autism Spectrum or Sensory Processing Disorders
Barbara Sher, an expert occupational therapist and teacher, has written a handy resource filled with games to play with young children who have Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or other sensory processing disorders (SPD). The games are designed to help children feel comfortable in social situations and teach other basic lessons including beginning and end, spatial… More Early Intervention Games: Fun, Joyful Ways To Develop Social And Motor Skills In Children with Autism Spectrum or Sensory Processing Disorders
Emily’s Sister: A Family’s Journey with Dyspraxia and Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD)
Emily’s sister is different from other children she knows. She seems to struggle with things most of us just do naturally. In this delightfully illustrated story, based upon real family experiences, Emily discovers how to understand and help her sister live a happier life. This story, written by the parent of a child with Dyspraxia… More Emily’s Sister: A Family’s Journey with Dyspraxia and Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD)
Everyday Games for Sensory Processing Disorder
This book advocates play as the most effective approach for children with sensory processing disorder, and illustrates the many ways that play can lead to significant breakthroughs, including 100 fun and simple games for parents to play with their kids, an easy-to-grasp overview of sensory processing disorder, inventive ideas for engaging kids, using materials easily… More Everyday Games for Sensory Processing Disorder
Growing An In-Sync Child: Simple, Fun Activities To Help Every Child Develop, Learn, and Grow
Growing an In-Sync Child makes topics and activities that are often accessible only to experts in classrooms and therapeutic offices easy to understand and implement by even untrained parents and educators. Short chapters, concise information, helpful charts and easy-to-follow “recipes” for activities, as well as examples of the how and why behind the activities, make… More Growing An In-Sync Child: Simple, Fun Activities To Help Every Child Develop, Learn, and Grow
I Like Birthdays… It’s The Parties I’m Not Sure About!
Have you ever noticed how many children are bothered by the loud “Pop!” of a balloon? Read this book to understand why some children don’t like parties. Learn to understand what a child’s actions are really saying and learn about sensory processing disorder through the eyes of a child. About the Author: Laurie is the… More I Like Birthdays… It’s The Parties I’m Not Sure About!
I’ll Tell You Why I Can’t Wear Those Clothes! Talking About Tactile Defensiveness
Intended for adults and children to read together, the illustrated book explains reasons a child may become emotionally overwhelmed by daily routines such as putting on clothing, socks and shoes. The workbook format allows children to express and explore their own feelings through drawings or words, in order to explain their misunderstood behavior. A great… More I’ll Tell You Why I Can’t Wear Those Clothes! Talking About Tactile Defensiveness
Kids In The Syndrome Mix Of ADHD, LD, Aspergers, Tourette’s, Bipolar And More! The One Stop Guide for Parents, Teachers and Other Professionals (2nd Edition)
“Kids in the Syndrome Mix” is a concise, scientifically up-to-date (2014), all-in-one guide to the whole range of often co-existing neuro-behavioral disorders in children – from attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), obsessive-compulsive disorder, and bipolar disorder, to autistic spectrum disorders, nonverbal learning disabilities, sensory integration problems, and executive dysfunction. Dr. Kutscher provides accessible information on… More Kids In The Syndrome Mix Of ADHD, LD, Aspergers, Tourette’s, Bipolar And More! The One Stop Guide for Parents, Teachers and Other Professionals (2nd Edition)
Making Sense Of Sensory Integration
Understand the differences between sensory processing disorder and “look-alike” diagnoses. Learn what to look for at different ages and developmental stages from infancy through adulthood. This audio CD discusses sensory integration dysfunction/sensory processing disorder and how it affects a child’s development. Learn about how the different types of sensory processing disorder affect children, how sensory… More Making Sense Of Sensory Integration
Meghan’s World: The Story Of One Girl’s Triumph Over Sensory Processing Disorder
Meghan has a hard time with her itchy clothes, her hair touching her face, the noises in her classroom. Therapists work with her in a number of ways, using brushing, therapeutic listening, diet and exercise, and Meghan begins to feel much better. It can be profoundly comforting to a child to know they are not alone in… More Meghan’s World: The Story Of One Girl’s Triumph Over Sensory Processing Disorder
My Sensory Book: Working Together To Explore Sensory Issues And The Big Feelings They Can Cause: A Workbook for Parents, Professionals, and Children
This interactive workbook enables children to develop a better understanding of their sensory systems by helping their parents and teachers create an individualized sensory profile. Through numerous strategies broken down by the different sensory systems, tactile, vestibular, proprioception, visual, auditory, gustatory and olfactory, children can learn to cope more effectively with the world around them. Lots… More My Sensory Book: Working Together To Explore Sensory Issues And The Big Feelings They Can Cause: A Workbook for Parents, Professionals, and Children
Preschool Sense
An easy-to-use screening tool that helps teachers and therapists work together to identify children in preschool who may have sensory processing issues. Preschool SENSE allows occupational therapists to help preschools to quickly identify children who may benefit from occupational therapy for sensory issues. It was developed with guidance from expert pediatric occupational and speech-language pathologists… More Preschool Sense
Raising A Sensory Smart Child: The Definitive Handbook for Helping Your Child with Sensory Processing Issues
A comprehensive overview that includes: How the senses actually work and integrate with each other; How and where to get the very best professional help; “Sensory diet” activities that meet your child’s needs, including new tips and ideas for kids, teens, adults, and families; Practical solutions for daily challenges-from brushing teeth to getting dressed to picky… More Raising A Sensory Smart Child: The Definitive Handbook for Helping Your Child with Sensory Processing Issues