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Sensory Input Items for Children with Disabilities
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items As a BCBA working with children with disabilities and a mom to 2 under 4 years, I see the benefits of having items handy at all times to help with sensory input. If you are a parent to a child with these needs, please take a look at these recommendat...
Here is some information on occupational therapy
Information on Occupational Therapy
These chewable jewelry items are super helpful for children who need to chew constantly. They can easily keep the chewy on them at all times. Very helpful for children who chew the hem of their shirts.
ARK Chewelry | Chewable Jewelry | Sensory Chew Necklaces
Some kids love to hold and maneuver items. Silicone straws a cheap and great chew item for all ages. A large pack is perfect for when one is dirty and you need to throw it in the dishwasher. You can also keep some in the car or purse for emergency ne...
Tomorotec 15-Pack 12" Reusable Silicone Drinking Straws
These toys are great for younger children that love to spin. Close to the ground so it is safer if they fall off accidentally. Easily portable as well!
Playskool Sit 'n Spin Classic Spinning Activity Toy for Toddlers Ages Over 18 ...
Kinetic sand is a super fun activity for children that love to run things through their fingers or watch things drop from their hands. You can also add manipulatives to it such as spoons, forks, shovels, tiny toys, etc.
Kinetic Sand | One Pile of Sand, Endless Possibilities
This is a bit more specific but some children that have been observed to stare into lights and blink a lot can benefit from this app to help replace staring into lights for long periods of time. The fireworks can give off that same affect they are se...
Fireworks Arcade - Apps on Google Play
If you can afford it, a sensory swing is so great for kids that love movement but also want to be wrapped up.
Sensory Swings
These are perfect for kids that want to feel some pressure on their body but may not want it from other people.
Body Sock for Adults & Kids - Spandex
Pinterest has so many ideas for different activities to help with sensory input for all ages
ACTIVITIES TO PROVIDE SENSORY INPUT
These seat cushions are great for wiggly children that need support with sitting. Easily portable to take to a relative’s house or a restaurant.
RFAQK Inflated Air Stability Wobble Cushion - Wiggle Seat to Improve ...
Resistance bands are a cheap and easy way to help provide sensory input to children who move their legs around a lot when sitting. Simply place the band on the legs of the chair and the child can push their legs against it.
Reebok Delta Loop Band 3 Pack , Light, Medium And Heavy
Fidget toys are so helpful for concentration for kids. Literally hundreds of options out there that may fit your child. Squishy items, spinny items, bendy items, etc.
Fidget Toys for Autism & ADHD | Sensory Fidgets for Kids & Adults
Noise cancelling headphone work so well for kids that can’t handle a ton of noise whether they are near loud items or in a crowd of too many people.
Kids Noise Cancelling Headphones
Lava lamps are a great visual input for some children! They are also super cute to add to a bedroom
Lava lamp
These nostalgic toys are perfect for tactile sensory needs and are easily portable!
Pin Art
Stepping stones are great for sensory input in the feet as well as movement activities
Step & Balance Sensory Stones