Tactile Sensory Processing
What is Tactile Sensory Processing?
The tactile system receives information from the environment around us through receptors on our skin that receive touch. Our body then is able to interpret this information and decide how to respond to it. Tactile sensory processing is necessary to develop skills needed for daily activities and social relationships. When the brain has difficulties understanding and responding to tactile information it may be expressed as hyperrosponsiveness or hyporesponsiveness.
10 Sensory Activities for Kids With Autism
Home 10 Sensory Activities for Kids With Autism Written By: Michelle E. Sisto, MS CCC-SLP TSSLD S Play is the work of children. They learn about their world through their five senses and exploring their natural environments. This looks like sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell. Play is the vehicle for this exploration. Toys and […]
7 Ways to Enjoy the Winter Break
Home 7 Ways to Enjoy the Winter Break Written By: Danielle Commander, M.S. Ed, BT. Winter break provides children with a much-needed time off from school. During the break, children get a chance to sleep in, relax at home, eat their favorites foods, and just enjoy the holiday season. While the first few days go […]
Fall Activities for Kids
Autumn-lovers, your favorite season is finally here. As the weather gets cooler and the leaves begin to change color, it’s time to start thinking about how you can help your kids get outdoors and take advantage of all that this amazing season has to offer. From fun arts-and-crafts projects to festive outings, this list of 20 fall activities for kids has something for everyone! Visit an apple orchard.Make a classic apple crisp.Build a scarecrow stuffed with newspaper.Have an apple cider “tea” party.Bake apple chips.Make an apple stamp.Make handprint leaves.Jump into a leaf pile.Play “I Spy” during a nature walk.Collect and identify leaves.Press leaves into a photo album.Visit a zoo.Check out a haunted house.Make a necklace with Halloween-colored beads.Take a hayride at your local pumpkin patch.Toast the pumpkin seeds from your carved pumpkin.Decorate pumpkins with paint, markers or stickers.Enter your decorated pumpkin into a local contest, or have your own contest!Roll down…
Valentine’s Day Sensory Bin
Sensory bins are such a inexpensive and fun activity you can do with your children during holidays. Toddler and preschool age children benefit from the different activities that can be incorporated with them. They are also very popular for children with special needs or developmental delays. Who doesn’t love an activity that is fun and encourages your child to learn at the same time? The best part is that you can buy everything that you need at a dollar store!
Vestibular Sensory Processing
What is Vestibular Sensory Processing?
The vestibular system is responsible for receiving information as the body moves through its environment. Located within the inner ear, the vestibular system receives sensory information from head movement and gravity to maintain balance, equilibrium and movement through space. Movement and balance is necessary for children to explore their environment. It is also important in the development of emotional security and confidence. For children, vestibular movement can include running, jumping, swinging, or spinning. If a child is hyperresponsive to vestibular input, they will often avoid too much movement because it makes their body feel unbalanced and insecure. If a child is hyporesponsive to vestibular input they may seek excessive amounts of movement that could be considered unsafe at times.
Easter Bunny for Special Needs
Autism Speaks partnered with Simon Property Group, Inc. and the Noerr Programs Corporation on their Caring Bunny program. This program bring a controlled and friendly environment for children with special needs to meet the Easter Bunny. It is also a great oppourtunity for special needs families to meet and socialize with one another. The Caring Bunny program is active throughout the United States. To get a full list of the dates and times go to the Autism Speaks website. Here are the dates that are within the states that Achieve Beyond services:
