Introduction: This program is developed specially for children with disabilities, impairments, or on the autism spectrum. Enjoy sensory learning centers in which children and their parent/caregiver can enjoy a fun & stress free environment. We combines books, songs, movement and therapeutic activities into a program that stimulates all five senses and promotes learning. We meet first Sunday of every month at 2:00 p.m. This program takes place in a large program room under dimmed lights.
Date: First Sunday of the month
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Age Range: 0 to 8 years old.
Skills Supported: Letter knowledge, motor skills, visual tracking skills, and socialization.
Frequency: Monthly
Attendance: 20 children and their parent/caregiver
Staff or Volunteer Needed: 1 staff member, 1 volunteer
Format: Registration required
Budget: $73.00
Supplies:
Dinosaur Fossils: $24.00 ( for 3 kits)
50 pounds of Sand: $6.00
Aluminum Tins: $9.00
Soap Detergent: $2.00
Cardstock
Food coloring: $2.00
Baggies $9.00
Salt
Flour: $1.00
Packing Tape
Play Dough $20.00
Books to Share with your baby:
1. Introduction: “Hello, welcome sensory play, please sign in at the desk and enjoy yourself. My name is Ms. Debbie and I will be around to give you tips to help you get the most out of each sensory station. We encourage you all to participate with your child in the sensory stations. You know your children best, so if they are not in the mood, don't force them, but do encourage them. Sometimes whey they see you in an activity, they will too. We keep the lights dimmed, and the room quiet. If your child becomes disruptive, please take him or her out of the program room, and join us again when your child has settle down. Don't feel bad, it is okay.
Parents/caregivers can navigate around the various sensory stations. This month it includes:
Bubbles: A large bin of water and dish soap creates lots of bubbles to play with and enjoyed by many ages.
Dinosaur Fossil Hunt: Children will have fun digging for dinosaur bones. Younger children will enjoy feeling the texture of the sand.
Bubble Wrap: Children enjoy popping bubble wrap.
Rainbow in a Bag: Children enjoy feeling the bags. Copy (made ahead of time)
Edible Paint Station: Young children can experiment with paint, without the concern of "eating" it. It is especially great for children ages 6 months and up. Copy of the instructions to make this can be found on the Parent/Caregiver Pathfinder site, under Sensory Play Instructions.
Shredded paper station: Babies love touching the shredded paper while toddlers have been found to integrate imaginative play.
Play Dough Table: This table provides many sensory elements including colors, and smells playing with the many gadgets we provide at this table.
Rainbow in a Bag!
(Credit: Powerful Mothering, 2016, February 18)
Play Dough Table!
(Credit: Fidget Spinner Blog, 2017)
Skills:
These centers will help learning and developmental skills such as:
Creativity and Expression
Fine Motor
Hand-Eye Coordination and Control
Cause and Effect
Concentration
Language Development
Exploring the Senses and Discovering New Textures
Social-Emotional
Science and Math
References:
Davis, J. (2014, October 07). Homemade Edible Finger Paint. Retrieved from https://www.learning4kids.net/2014/10/07/homemade-edible-finger-paint/
Fidget Spinner Blog. (2017). DIY play doh table. [Digital Image]. Retrieved from http://123fidgetspinner.blogspot.com/2017/06/diy-play-doh-table.html
Hickey, K., Golden, T., & Thomas, A. (2018). Sensory Play in Libraries. Children and LIbraries: The Journal of the Assocation for Library Services for Children, 16(Fall), 18-21.
Powerful Mothering. (2016, February 18). Rainbow in a Bag: No Mess Art. Retrieved from https://www.powerfulmothering.com/rainbow-in-a-bag-no-mess-art/
Powerful Mothering. (2016, February 18). Rainbow in a bag: No Mess Art. [Video]. Retrieved from https://youtu.be/osfVWEV-Woc
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