Welcome to my series of Sensory Processing blogs. Disclaimer: I am NOT a medical professional of any kind. Or qualified teacher. I teach my children at home but they attend an SEN school. These blogs are full of what I've learned from various sources and my own experience over the last 12 years. I truly hope they're helpful and inspiring. Let's get started! Humans are sensory creatures. So much of our lives, particularly as adults, is desperately lacking in a rich sensory diet. We can learn…

Kids with tactile needs may have sensitivities to textures, physical contact and clothing. Sensory seekers need more tactile stimulation for calming, concentration and emotional grounding. Here are a few toy ideas that may help both types of kids excel in the classroom. | ilslearningcorner.com

Click here for a list of creative and easy ways to build visual stimulation into the daily routine of babies with Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI).

Does your child with autism look out of the sides of their eyes, wiggle their fingers in front of themselves, or seem fascinated by spinning items? If so, your child might be “visually stimming”! Visual stimming is one of the self-stimulatory behaviours that children with autism often present with.

Did you know that newborn babies visualize the world only in shades of black and white? Babies aged 0 to 3 months old are only able to see high-contrast colors. Black and white visual stimulation cards for newborn babies and infants are an excellent way to help promote visual development. Whether you're looking for a unique gift for a new parent or you're a parent yourself looking for a fun and educational activity for your baby, high contrast black and white flashcards are the perfect…

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Visual memory is a vital pre-reading skill that should be developed early. Here are some simple visual memory games to play with your kids.

Akilina | Pediatric Occupational Therapist on Instagram: "Light Up Their Sensory Play! 🌟 👋🏻 Hi, I’m Akilina! I’m a pediatric occupational therapist and a passionate mom devoted to early childhood development. I’m thrilled to share essential tips for a thriving journey in your child’s growth! Adding illumination to our sensory activities has really taken things to the next level! The added visual stimulation not only captivates attention but also helps prolong engagement, making the…