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Sensory stimulation is essential for all kids to learn how their bodies work, and how to process and interpret the world around them. Sometimes the reality of special needs provides a few barriers, but the need and importance of sensory play remain the same for all children. Sensory play is any activity that stimulates the senses. The more kids use their senses, the more they develop them and the ability to learn using them. By taking a break to use calming tools or sensory fidgets, students are able to regain their focus with a clear mind when they are ready to come back to their table and continue their work. Some students also use fidgets or flexible seating (wobble chairs and exercise balls) at their desk to keep their bodies calm and their brains focused. This is a huge tool in the classroom because it prevents behaviors and distractions from occurring during instruction. Why is sensory play so important? It helps kids learn. The more senses a child uses when learning something new, the better equipped that child is to remember and recall information later. It helps builds language. When kids describe a sensory play activity and how it feels as they experience it, they gain an understanding of words and that helps them develop a rich, descriptive vocabulary. It promotes social interaction. Children of all abilities can participate in sensory play. Peers who are typically developing may be apprehensive to approach a child who looks or acts different than they do. Sensory play activities can naturally entice kids to come close and investigate. Getting kids in close proximity to one another is the first step to interaction. It helps develop motor skills. They are able to strengthen the muscles in their body that are needed for daily living activities.

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Sensory stimulation is essential for all kids to learn how their bodies work, and how to process and interpret the world around them. Sometimes the reality of special needs provides a few barriers, but the need and importance of sensory play remain the same for all children. Sensory play is any activity that stimulates the senses. The more kids use their senses, the more they develop them and the ability to learn using them. By taking a break to use calming tools or sensory fidgets, students are able to regain their focus with a clear mind when they are ready to come back to their table and continue their work. Some students also use fidgets or flexible seating (wobble chairs and exercise balls) at their desk to keep their bodies calm and their brains focused. This is a huge tool in the classroom because it prevents behaviors and distractions from occurring during instruction. Why is sensory play so important? It helps kids learn. The more senses a child uses when learning something new, the better equipped that child is to remember and recall information later. It helps builds language. When kids describe a sensory play activity and how it feels as they experience it, they gain an understanding of words and that helps them develop a rich, descriptive vocabulary. It promotes social interaction. Children of all abilities can participate in sensory play. Peers who are typically developing may be apprehensive to approach a child who looks or acts different than they do. Sensory play activities can naturally entice kids to come close and investigate. Getting kids in close proximity to one another is the first step to interaction. It helps develop motor skills. They are able to strengthen the muscles in their body that are needed for daily living activities.

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