https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz Sensory resources en-us 2019-03-19 01:27:21 UTC 2019-03-19 18:56:20 UTC hello@padlet.com jkrugma2 https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/342882180 This object is considered to be an alternative seat for children. This should be used when a child cannot or does not want to sit in a regular chair. This object is very popular among the children in my field placement. They typically sit on the chair when they have extra energy. They bounce for a little and then do their work. ]]> 2019-03-19 14:31:58 UTC https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/342882180 jkrugma2 https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/342885864 This object is typically used when a child needs a break. This could be a break from work or maybe a child needs one because of how they are feeling. The children in my placement love this tool. Typically if they are feeling extra happy and energized or if the teacher wants them to wake up a little. They get to take their shoes off and jump for as long as they'd like. ]]> 2019-03-19 14:37:33 UTC https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/342885864 jkrugma2 https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/342889909 This chair is a great resource for children who like time to themselves. In my classroom there is only allowed to be one child in the chair at a time. They use this time to read a book on their own,complete a worksheet or assignment, or if they simply want to sit and relax they have the opportunity to. These chairs can be hard to find but I found they typically cost $100-$200.]]> 2019-03-19 14:43:18 UTC https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/342889909 jkrugma2 https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/342895338 These vests are wonderful for children who need a "hug". The design of the vest is created to be pulled snug onto the clients' body, providing proprioceptive deep pressure sensory feedback, stability and skills. Children with Autism, ADHD, ADD, SID love this item. The children in my field placement love hugs from my teacher so instead of her giving out hugs all day they wear these vests. Children can wear these vests all day long if they must. ]]> 2019-03-19 14:51:37 UTC https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/342895338 jkrugma2 https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/342898400 Unlike a compression vest, weighted vests are something a child cannot wear all day long. Weighted vests are to be worn to provide a weighted comfort onto their bodies as they do work. Some children love the feeling of the weight but other children do not like how "heavy" they are. But the children who do wear them like them because it calms them down if they are feeling stressed or ]]> 2019-03-19 14:56:32 UTC https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/342898400 jkrugma2 https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/342902377 Fiber optic lights are great for children to Promote a sense of calmness through soothing tactile and visual stimulation. These are great items to add to a sensory room where children need to relax. The children in the classroom use these lights to calm down. The teacher turns off the main light and uses the fiber optic to set the tone of the room.]]> 2019-03-19 15:02:11 UTC https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/342902377 jkrugma2 https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/342907613 This object creates lush bubbling sounds and vibrant cycling colors. It has a 6" diameter and stands 6 feet tall. This bubble tube offers a soothing sensory experience with the press of a button. Every sensory room should have this calming and relaxing object. ]]> 2019-03-19 15:09:46 UTC https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/342907613 jkrugma2 https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/342910905 Children love playing with putty. Especially in the classroom I am observing putty is a necessity. When they have breaks between work they are always playing with putty. The children make things out of it or they sit there and enjoy the different textures and colors there are to play with. It is a very quiet and soothing activity for the students. ]]> 2019-03-19 15:14:57 UTC https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/342910905 jkrugma2 https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/342915566 This resource is great for children who like to feel compression but easily become fearful of being claustrophobic. The Bodysox item is made for children who enjoys privacy and alone time. They will find their self in a private domain which begs for physical and spatial exploration.]]> 2019-03-19 15:22:53 UTC https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/342915566 jkrugma2 https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/343012253 Young children are always on the move. Especially children with ADHD who may have those extra surges of energy that causes them to constantly move. My little sister was recommended to use one of these while she was in school because she was always moving in her seat and the teacher always got so upset with her because she couldn't sit still. A wiggle cushion is a great way to help children move around while seated. ]]> 2019-03-19 18:04:28 UTC https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/343012253 jkrugma2 https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/343014611 A chair fidget is one of the coolest sensory tools that I have ever seen. My cooperating teacher showed me this object. Almost all her students use this in their classroom. The students can fidget around with the object with their feet while doing assignments and other classwork. I found that these can almost be bought anywhere. I found this one specifically on Amazon.]]> 2019-03-19 18:08:17 UTC https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/343014611 jkrugma2 https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/343017595 This sensory object is like a massage for the students. I have seen many students use this object. I find that it not only relaxes the student but keeps them very focused. Some students will come in and grab the beck pillow and use it until class starts. It calms them and prepares them for the day. The children absolutely love using it. In the classroom I am currently observing they have a vibrating neck pillow but it is a Weiner dog. They absolutely cannot get enough of the toy. ]]> 2019-03-19 18:12:56 UTC https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/343017595 jkrugma2 https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/343020248 I have noticed that so many children absolutely love using this tool. I noticed that when the classroom becomes too noisy or just too much for the child they grab their headphones to help calm them down. Each child in the class has their own set of headphones in a bag with their name on it. They also use these headphones whenever they have to do assignments on their laptops. They also help them stay focused on the assignments they are doing. ]]> 2019-03-19 18:17:52 UTC https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/343020248 jkrugma2 https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/343021640 This object is one of the coolest. I myself have gotten to experience the the comfort and relaxation squeezy canoes can bring to a person. Especially, children with autism this is a great resource for them who crave therapeutic deep pressure and swaddling.I think they are great for a classroom because children can read or do homework in them. They are just an alternative area they can turn to. ]]> 2019-03-19 18:20:08 UTC https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/343021640 jkrugma2 https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/343022522 Many of the children in the classroom I am observing, loves stuffed animal toys. They love having the comfort of a dog or animal with them as they do their work. They will ask the teacher if they can grab one of the stuffed animal toys and they will place it beside them as they work. I think the idea of a weighted toy is absolutely genius. The pressure of the weight from the dog can make it seem like its a real dog which could be very comforting to students. Animals especially dogs, are great companions for students with disabilities. ]]> 2019-03-19 18:21:28 UTC https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/343022522 jkrugma2 https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/343023386 I think it is pretty obvious that sometimes children and even children with disabilities need sometime to burn off steam and play. What I love about the foam adventure set is that it is soft and safe for the children. They can run and climb on it all they want without getting hurt. Its size also allows it to be used in almost any environment. ]]> 2019-03-19 18:23:01 UTC https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/343023386 jkrugma2 https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/343024130 Something I have learned in my field and classes is that children who have disabilities can struggle with simple tasks as simple as walking up and down stairs. I think the rocking boat is a great resource where students can safely practice walking up and down stairs. I also love that it is a versatile tool. You can flip it over and it becomes a rocking boat for the children to play it. It is a fun moving, toy that the children would enjoy. ]]> 2019-03-19 18:24:20 UTC https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/343024130 jkrugma2 https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/343025657 My cooperating teacher just did a lesson on something very similar to this. She read the students a book about manners. I think this is so extremely important because although it may be harder for students with disabilities to grasp basic concepts, it is imperative as a teacher to teach them how to use their manners. I loved this resource because it was a board game. This makes teaching them about manners a more fun and positive experience. ]]> 2019-03-19 18:27:07 UTC https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/343025657 jkrugma2 https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/343026373 I think gidget widgets are brilliant. They are small hand held 'devices. They are small enough to fit in the students hand and quiet enough that it does not disrupt their work or other children. For instance, if a child has trouble focusing on a lesson because they are playing with pencils, or stuff in their desk, etc. this tool is perfect for them. The widget allows them to fidget while they listen to the lesson without disrupting the class. ]]> 2019-03-19 18:28:37 UTC https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/343026373 jkrugma2 https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/343027073 These are great resources for student's who have fine motor difficulties. Writing grip claws help children hold writing utensils the correct way. The grips forces the student to grasp the utensil the correct way. This ultimately corrects their form so they can write correctly. This is very important to work on with students especially students with disabilities. ]]> 2019-03-19 18:30:11 UTC https://padlet.com/jkrugma2/uyjji28cmrbz/wish/343027073