Today we'll be exploring the importance of sensory play for autistic children and how it can help them regulate, explore, and learn. We'll chat about how sensory differences—whether sensory seeking or sensory defensive—impact play and how we can create sensory bins that meet each child's unique needs while fostering comfort and engagement. Let's get started!
You will learn about:
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Sensory differences in autistic kids
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What sensory play is
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How sensory play can be beneficial
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Ways to use sensory bins to encourage play
Sensory Bin Ideas: https://www.pinterest.com/Littlebinsforlittlehands/sensory-bins/
Sensory Bin Materials - Amazon List: https://amzn.to/3zi9mC4
Jessie Ginsburg's Book (Ready, Set, Connect): https://amzn.to/3ZCazPc
Take Out The Toys Booklet: https://amzn.to/3zrTYTI
Exploratory Play Blog: https://autismlittlelearners.com/exploratory-play/
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