How Do You Introduce Sensory Integration Activities At Home?
Sensory integration activities are a necessary part of child development, whether the child has sensory processing disorder (SPD) or not. Children are naturally drawn to things that give them sensory input, so indulge them! These activities are easy to do and a ton of fun, and they promote proper neurological development in children. You are limited only by your creativity, so get started! Approach sensory integration activities with an open mind. Present your child with choices, and let their preferences guide the activities. You’ll get better cooperation and participation that way. Give children a routine and let them know what will come next. This will help keep children calm and feeling in control because they are not “surprised” by extra sensory input, and they know what to expect. Indulge in textures. Children are naturally drawn to messy play and working with their hands, which helps them develop normal tactile processing. Touching and playing with a variety of textures is easy
