Sensory+Strategies+for+Inclusive+Settings

Insert your sensory strategies below. Many of you had specific strategies to share and have posted in the MassONE forum. Add them on this page and as the list gets longer we can edit, categorize and organize the list to make it more useful for all! Use the headings to create categories (see drop down menu in eidtor above). FrogPockets Weighted Vest Each bag

For anyone who is interested, I have added our power point presentation on sensory strategies for the classroom. Ann C.

Malden Powerpoint

[] This is a great website developed by a school based COTA. She has posted information on a variety of pertinent areas including RtI, handwriting, fine motor/visual motor skills and sensory. She has developed a classroom sensory program called "Stay Calm! Stay Focused" which looks like a nice program. Ann C. [] This is a pretty comprehensive information packet for families and teachers on sensory processing disorders. It was compiled by a child psychiatrist and an Occupational Therapist. [] This is a another resource for teachers. It was compiled by a child psychiatrist and an Occupational Therapist. Ann C. [] This is a great resource for self regulation strategies for families as well as teachers. It was compiled by a child psychiatrist and an Occupational Therapist. Ann C [] **Product Description (above link also includes matching lily pads)** "FrogPockets Weighted Vest Vest: 5 bags, each contains 6 1 lb. frogs (30 total); 1 vest For children age three and up. Aids with proprioceptive and mobility skills - all while having fun. Frogs easily fit into the front and/or back vest pockets (11'W x 18'L). Back of vest may be tied with string for very young children. Fits clients weighing 35100 lbs. Color may vary. Includes five bags of frogs."

[] This is a great list for classroom teachers. I do agree with the site though that the list needs to be worked on with the teacher and the OT. As a classroom teacher, I know about most of these tools but still struggle with how to use them in the classroom most effectively. This list at least gives a place to start. Carol Wait

[] This is an article abouth Diana Henry's //Tool Chest// and how it helps to promote inclusion as well as providing sensory strategies for centering and focus. We have this book and this article is motivating us to take another look and use the materials again. The //Tool Chest// would be a great resource for creating a staff workshop for strategies. Paula LB.

http://www.readingrockets.org/article/6206 Finally I am in. I found this article written for teaching handwriting from a sensory approach, based on input from OT. It is a concise intro to SI, with the goal of improving handwriting. It was used for a club, but I think teachers could use the strategies in class. It already includes a lesson plan/format that could be copied and handed to a teacher. Judy