Journal of Practice Resources by Mary Wirth https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth en-us 2025-05-01 16:28:29 UTC 2025-05-01 17:00:16 UTC hello@padlet.com Weighted Blanket or Vest mwirth18 https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433186919 A weighted blanket or vest targets the proprioceptive parts of the brain where sensory information is received through the muscles, joints and tendons. It tells the brain where the body is in space and how it is moving.

Proprioceptive activities are essential in sensory diets.

These items are meant to provide deep pressure input leading to focus and promoting calmness within the student.


]]> 2025-05-01 16:40:49 UTC https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433186919 Jumping on a Trampoline mwirth18 https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433190306 Targets both the proprioceptive & vestibular. Vestibular system is another important part of the sensory processing that plays a major role in a students development, attention and behavior. Located in the inner ear and detects head movement and spatial orientation. Helps with balance, posture, coordination, eye control etc.

Inputting a trampoline can aid alertness and coordination among the child.

]]> 2025-05-01 16:44:47 UTC https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433190306 Therapy Ball Activities mwirth18 https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433192064 Targets both proprioceptive & vestibular.

The benefit to therapy ball activities is it enhances balance and core strength while providing sensory input.


]]> 2025-05-01 16:46:34 UTC https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433192064 Swinging on a Hammock mwirth18 https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433192900 This targets the vestibular part of the brain & body.

The benefit of swinging on a hammock is it soothes and calms through rhythmic movement.

]]> 2025-05-01 16:47:30 UTC https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433192900 Messy Play (e.g., Shaving Cream, Finger Paint) mwirth18 https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433194198 This is a tactile activity that encourages tactile exploration and sensory processing. The tactile sense detects light touch, deep pressure, texture, temperature, vibration, and pain. This includes both the skin covering your body and the skin lining the inside of your mouth.

]]> 2025-05-01 16:48:33 UTC https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433194198 Chewing Gum or Crunchy Snacks mwirth18 https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433195290 This is an oral & tactile practice. Helps with practicing oral input, aiding focus and self regulation among the child.

]]> 2025-05-01 16:49:12 UTC https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433195290 Listening to Calming Music or Nature Sounds mwirth18 https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433196427 Auitory sensory input. This can reduce anxiety and promote concentration.

]]> 2025-05-01 16:50:24 UTC https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433196427 Fidget Tools (Stress Balls, Fidget Spinners) mwirth18 https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433197466 Tactile/Auditory

]]> 2025-05-01 16:51:44 UTC https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433197466 Yoga Stretching Exercises mwirth18 https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433198787 This practice promotes body awareness and relaxation.


]]> 2025-05-01 16:53:08 UTC https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433198787 Brushing with a Sensory Brush mwirth18 https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433199338 Tactile practice that provides deep touch pressure, helping with sensory modulation.

]]> 2025-05-01 16:53:46 UTC https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433199338 Theraputty Manipulation mwirth18 https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433200469 Tactile & proprioceptive

  • Strengthens hand muscles and provides sensory input

]]> 2025-05-01 16:54:46 UTC https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433200469 Animal Walks (Bear Crawl, Crab Walk) mwirth18 https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433201234 Proprioceptive...enhances motor planning and coordination

https://www.sensorybalancedkids.com/74-sensory-diet-activity-ideas/?utm_source=chatgpt.com


]]> 2025-05-01 16:55:41 UTC https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433201234 Balance Beam or Line Walking mwirth18 https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433201768 Vestibular/Proprioceptive

]]> 2025-05-01 16:56:13 UTC https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433201768 Blowing Bubbles or Pinwheels mwirth18 https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433202118 Oral/Vestibular

  • Encourages controlled breathing and oral motor skills

]]> 2025-05-01 16:56:33 UTC https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433202118 Visual Tracking Games ( Follow the Ball) mwirth18 https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433202525 Visual

]]> 2025-05-01 16:57:03 UTC https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433202525 Sorting and Matching Tasks mwirth18 https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433202817 Visual

  • Develops cognitive skills and attention to detail

]]> 2025-05-01 16:57:23 UTC https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433202817 Aromatherapy with Calming Scents mwirth18 https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433203091 Olfactory

  • Promotes relaxation and stress reduction

]]> 2025-05-01 16:57:41 UTC https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433203091 Taste Exploration with Different Flavors mwirth18 https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433203785 Gustatory

]]> 2025-05-01 16:58:08 UTC https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433203785 Therapy Ball Chair Seating mwirth18 https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433204271

  • Proprioceptive/Vestibular

  • Provides dynamic seating that promotes focus and engagement

    • ]]>     2025-05-01 16:58:39 UTC https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433204271     Interactive Sensory Bins (Rice, Beans, Sand) mwirth18 https://padlet.com/mwirth18/padlet_wirth/wish/3433205491 Tactile

    • Encourages tactile exploration and fine motor development

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