Health

There are many different types of sensory toys, and a lot of them have a bad reputation for being a distraction with children focusing on their toys rather than the classroom content. We think that’s unfair. We want to show you how these toys can be a positive addition to the classroom.

Different people have different experiences of the festive season. Some people associate it with excitement and fun, while for others it’s difficult. For lots of autistic people, and for families with an autistic member, Christmas can bring challenges.

People with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) often report auditory sensitivity, meaning they’re highly sensitive to noise. It can make everything from shopping to fire drills difficult to manage. Unpredictable sounds, such as a dog barking, horn blaring, or sounds of a certain frequency, can be very overwhelming. It’s not always possible to avoid sounds, especially unpredictable ones, which is why it’s important to identify the signs, causes, and symptoms of overload, and how to help.