Sensory Processing Visual Handout

This is a unique set of 5 different visuals to explain sensory processing to teachers, staff and parents. The visuals are:

1. How students may react with input

2.Cup of water analogy (ie: same input, different size cups)

3.A specific example of what children may experience during a strong input (party popper)

4.Sensory processing vs. other function of behaviors

5.What a sensory diet is

These can be printed one time and laminated or printed and given to individuals. This is great for consultation, IEP meetings, 504 and RTI / problem solving.

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This is NOT intended to replace medical advice, or to treat or diagnose. This should only be used appropriately within your practice law and services. If you are unsure, stop activity immediately and do not recommend anything. This may not apply to all children nor all situations. This is only examples and are not inclusive of all situations.

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This is perfect to help guide discussions with teachers, staff and other personnel who work with students.

This is perfect to supplement various social emotional (SEL) or self regulation program including RTI, MTSS, problem solving, zones of regulation, 5 point scale, whole body listening, social thinking and more.

This is perfect for general education students but also students with Autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, ADD, sensory processing disorder, and other special needs. This can be used with general education, RTI, MTSS, special education, school psychologist, school counselor, occupational therapy OT, speech language pathology SLP, and social work SW.

I am a school occupational therapist who has a doctorate in occupational therapy. I work closely with special education and general education staff adapting material. This is where I get my inspiration for this material. I have used my materials with a variety of children with different disabilities including learning disabilities, dyslexia, autism, sensory processing disorder, ADD, ADHD, visual impairments, deaf/hard of hearing, cerebral palsy, down syndrome and more.

DISCLAIMER: By using this, you agree that this activity is not intended to replace the advice of a physician or occupational therapist. Information provided should not be used for diagnostic or training purposes. Please speak with your physician or OT if you have questions. Stop any activity if you are unsure about a child’s reaction or ability. You should discontinue anything if you do not know your child’s reaction or ability.