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
One in every 20 children experiences symptoms of Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD Foundation), affecting their ability to fully participate in everyday life. When sensory processing is impaired, lights can be too bright, sounds too loud, and clothes can actually be painful on the skin. In this book, neuropsychologist Dr. Roya Ostovar helps parents to help… More The Ultimate Guide to Sensory Processing Disorder: Easy, Everyday Solutions to Sensory Challenges
This provides a look into the challenges children with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) face in the classroom. This easy to read and beautifully illustrated picture book gives teachers, parents and students a better understanding of all seven senses, how they are each affected at school and what kinds of accommodations are necessary to help children… More This Is Gabriel Making Sense Of School: A Book About Sensory Processing Disorder
Written by parents who are also educators, ‘Understanding Sensory Dysfunction’ is a clear and comprehensive resource to identifying and addressing sensory dysfunction in children, using a range of practical strategies to help them reach their full potential at home, at school and in the community. The authors explain the causes, contributing factors, symptoms and associated… More Understanding Sensory Dysfunction: Learning, Development and Sensory Dysfunction
Everything we know about the world we live in starts with information we take in through the senses. This book explains the way our sensory system works and shows how small inefficiencies in this complex system can have a huge impact on a child’s behavior. Through easily relatable examples and metaphors, the book describes the… More Understanding Sensory Processing Disorder in Children
Information is presented on the treatment of Sensory Modulation Dysfunction, high-risk infants and young children, visual deficits, cerebral palsy, autism, institutionalized children, and Fragile X Syndrome. Information on both clinical testing and standardized testing is presented. Learn how the latest neurological research supports and influences SI theory and practice. This book is quite technical, but… More Understanding The Nature Of Sensory Integration With Diverse Populations
A children’s book about a little girl who flaps her arms like a bee when she is excited. The moral of the story is what makes us different makes us special. What makes you special? Ages 4-8
Meet Izzy, a feisty first grader, whose behavior is often misunderstood as she tries to cope with sensory overload in her new surroundings. This brightly illustrated book creates an environment that is accepting of students with sensory modulation difficulties, including many on the autism spectrum. It’s a great resource for occupational therapists, teachers, and parents… More Why Does Izzy Cover Her Ears? Dealing With Sensory Overload
This fun, illustrated storybook will help children aged 5-10 with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) recognize their sensory needs and develop tools to support them. A helpful introduction for parents and carers explains hyperactivity and how it can affect a child’s perception of the world, and… More Winston Wallaby Can’t Stop Bouncing