Sensory Time!

Funded Nov 4, 2022

First of all, thank you again for your generosity to get our project funded. We are already reaping the benefits of these sensory material in our classroom on a daily basis. Our students perform better when they receive consistent sensory input. These items have provided opportunities throughout the day to get the input they require. The seat cushions, where it was a pillow or wedge help our children sit and stay seated for instruction, creative projects and even eating. Our children use these seats constantly. The therabands are also placed on their chairs. It is almost used as a fidget for them to push off of and helps them attend and stay seated. The body sock and swing and used to regulate their bodies and attain an ability to focus. These tools are used at intermittent intervals during the day depending on each child's level of need. The other tactile objects, such as the water bead squishers, have also helped the children transition from one segment of the day to another as a calming activity.

When the children first started using the materials, the effect was almost immediate. As you can see from our pictures, our students are using these materials and they are promoting body regulation and an instant calming result.

We will continue to use this merchandise daily. I cannot thank you and Donors Choose enought for making this happen for our students.”

With gratitude,

Ms. Jane