Walk in the shoes of these 48 sensational families and discover what you never knew about Sensory Processing Disorder. Written by the mom of a young man with SPD, this much needed book tells the stories of 48 families as they go through the trials and triumphs of sensory issues. It will cover all different aspects… More Sensational Journey: 48 Personal Stories of Sensory Processing Disorder
Includes the latest research on SPD’s relationship to autism, as well as new treatment options and coping strategies for parents, teachers, and others who care for kids with SPD. Other topics include: The signs and symptoms of SPD; Its four major subtypes and how the disorder is diagnosed and treated sensory strategies to help SPD… More Sensational Kids: Hope and Help for Children with Sensory Processing Disorder
This book brings to life the story of Sam, whose over-sensitivity creates chaos and frustration in his life. Sam’s various sensory sensitivities adversely affect Sam’s experiences, both at home and in the classroom. He walks readers through his typical day of sensory blunders (which many kids and families may find all too familiar!) Finally, at… More Sensitive Sam
Noted co-author of Building Bridges through Sensory Integration, Paula Aquilla, B.Sc, OT, is an occupational therapist who has worked with adults and children in clinical, educational, home, and community-based settings. A video of one of her presentations, this DVD brings her ideas and practices to life! Her time-tested strategies are perfect for school, clinic, or… More Sensory Strategies to Improve Communication, Social Skills and Behavior (DVD)
These 25 Songames offer a world of fun and engaging developmental play activities for just about any child ages three and up. Created by therapists to promote growth and development Songames encourage purposeful play in a fun, safe, positive environment. The companion booklet explains how to use the music and multiplies the number of ways… More Songames For Sensory Integration
Parent of a son with SPD, author Bonnie Arnwine chose activities that require minimal time, money, and clean-up. Most “ingredients” are already on hand: empty yogurt cups, string, soap, Kool-aid, flour, paper plates, etc. If the kids tire of an activity, an “Extend It!” section shows how to use the same ingredients in new and… More Starting Sensory Integration Therapy: Fun Activities for the Home and Classroom!
This two audio CD set features a full-length discussion of dysfunction in sensory integration as it affects the teaching environment. Carol S. Kranowitz, author of The Out-of-Sync Child, and Stacey Szklut, expert occupational therapist deliver clear, concise strategies for teaching children with sensory integration difficulties. (105 min.)
Allie knows what she likes! She only likes yogurt, apples and pretzels. She talks about things that help her at mealtimes, and things that only make it worse. Allie Only Eats Three Foods is a book of a fun, down to earth children’s series about Allie the sensory avoider. Allie is a darling 6 year old… More The Adventures Of Sensory Avoider Allie! Allie Only Eats Three Foods
This delightfully illustrated “chapter book,” tells the charming tale of five family members and their naughty dog (each with a different sensory processing challenge), and how they get in sync after a tough day. The book is designed with the action of the story in larger print for younger readers to read or hear. Explanations of… More The Goodenoughs Get In Sync: 5 Family Members Overcome their Special Sensory Issues
“Difficult.” “Picky.” “Oversensitive.” “Clumsy.” “Unpredictable.” “Inattentive.” Children who have been labeled with words like these may actually be suffering from Sensory Integration Disorder-a very common, but frequently misdiagnosed, condition that can manifest itself in excessively high or low activity levels, problems with motor coordination, oversensitivity or undersensitivity to sensations and movements, and other symptoms. This… More The Out Of Sync Child
This companion volume to the “Out-Of-Sync Child”, presents more than one hundred playful activities specially designed for kids with SPD. Each activity helps develop and organize a child’s brain and body. Whether your child faces challenges with touch, balance, movement, body position, vision, hearing, smell, and taste, motor planning, or other sensory problems, this book… More The Out-Of-Sync Child Has Fun: Activities For Kids With Sensory Integration Dysfunction
This companion volume to the “Out-Of-Sync Child”, presents more than one hundred playful activities specially designed for kids with SPD. Each activity helps develop and organize a child’s brain and body. Whether your child faces challenges with touch, balance, movement, body position, vision, hearing, smell, and taste, motor planning, or other sensory problems, this book… More The Out-Of-Sync Child Has Fun: Activities For Kids With Sensory Processing Disorder
Parents of sensory kids-like those with sensory processing disorder, anxiety disorder, AD/HD, autism, bipolar disorder, and OCD, often feel frustrated and overwhelmed. In this book, the author, a parent of a sensory kid, provides simple, effective solutions that help these kids thrive at home and in their day-to-day activities. You’ll learn how to understand what… More The Sensory Child Gets Organized: Proven Systems for Rigid, Anxious, or Distracted Kids
Combining aspects of occupational and speech-language therapies, the authors demonstrate how an integrated team approach increases therapeutic effectiveness while maximizing the benefits of treatment resources. This revised edition offers even more techniques that can enhance a person’s ability to attend, function, and learn. Detailed, illustrated appendices show and explain creative activities and include sample handouts.… More The Sensory Connection: An OT And SLP Team Approach
A reassuring guide, providing basic information about sensory processing issues as well as testing and treatment. Answers such questions as how processing issues affect social skills, whether they are related to Autism and how to get therapies.
Drs. Smith and Gouze explain the central and frequently unrecognized role that sensory processing problems play in a child’s emotional and behavioral difficulties. Practicing child psychologists, and themselves parents of children with sensory integration problems, their message is innovative, practical, and, above all, full of hope. This book includes information on how to recognize sensory processing… More The Sensory Sensitive Child: Practical Solutions For Out Of Bounds Behavior
