About the Project

Sensory play encourages learning through exploration, curiosity, problem solving and creativity. It supports our students’ development of fine and gross motor skills, language development, and social skills. Sensory play has positive impacts on self-regulation and a child’s ability to calm. Providing a sensory rich environment will benefit all students including our English Language Learners and special needs students in preparation for kindergarten and beyond. This project will create a sensory rich environment in our classrooms and in our students’ homes. Our project includes sensory activities, consultations with occupational therapists to improve our practice, focus on parent engagement with Make-and-Take Sensory Nights, and monthly family activity guides to develop the whole child.