Help me give my students sensory items to help regulate their emotions. We would like to start a sensory space that students can utilize when they are feeling overwhelmed.
Special education students often experience sensory processing difficulties, which can manifest in hypersensitivity, hyposensitivity, or sensory seeking behaviors. These challenges can significantly impact their ability to focus, regulate emotions, and engage in learning activities effectively.
By recognizing and addressing these sensory needs, educators can create more inclusive and supportive learning environments for their students.
Sensory items serve as practical tools to help special education students manage their sensory experiences and regulate their emotions. These items come in various forms, such as tactile toys, sensory swings, noise-canceling headphones, and scented objects, providing students with opportunities to engage their senses in ways that are calming and conducive to learning.
Sensory items have become invaluable resources in special education settings, offering practical solutions to support the sensory needs of students with disabilities. By addressing these needs proactively, educators can create more inclusive and supportive learning environments where all students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Inflatable Sensory Peapod for Kids with Sensory Needs(60 inches, Ages 6-12) - Compression Lounger Chair for Calming & Relaxing - Air Pump Included
• Amazon Business
$69.95
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$69.95
Inflatable Sensory Peapod for Kids with Sensory Needs(48 inches, Ages 3-6) - Compression Lounger Chair for Calming & Relaxing - Air Pump Included
• Amazon Business
$64.95
1
$64.95
NEW Shake & Soothe Sensory Tubes
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
$59.99
1
$59.99
Cuddly Puppy Weighted Lap Pad
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
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