It’s no secret that hands-on learning and exploration is vital for a young child’s development. And sensory toys, in particular, are an excellent way for kids to engage with different textures, sights ...

October arrives with the crispness of fall, and with it comes the excitement of pumpkins, costumes, and everything Halloween. If you’ve ever wanted to combine the thrill of seasonal fun with hands-on ...

Sensory play includes any activity that stimulates a child's senses, from touch, smell, and taste to movement, balance, sight, and hearing. For growing toddlers and children, research shows that these ...

Have you ever watched a child’s face light up the first time they see snow falling outside? That magical mix of wonder, ...

It’s a given that colleges try to help their students interpret the world around them. At SUNY Cortland, college students are helping children who have difficulty making sense of the sights, sounds, ...

Expert suggests sensory-friendly Halloween crafts and preparation tips for children with sensitivities who find traditional ...

ORLANDO, Fla. — We Rock the Spectrum announced a new sensory gym that caters to all children with all abilities. According to a news release, the sensory gym is a safe haven for all children, offering ...

The Sensory Studio, a young children’s indoor recreation and sensory play center and the only indoor play space with a sandpit, re-opened this weekend at its newly combined location with FUNctional ...

Meeting Santa is a fun holiday tradition for children everywhere. For some neurodivergent children, however, the large crowds, loud activities, and hectic atmosphere can be overwhelming. Leaders with ...

Nishant Patel has worked with kids with neurological disabilities in Denver and Utah for over fourteen years, first as a home health aid for kids with disabilities while he was a psychology major in ...

ALBANY, N.Y. — The New York State Museum recently held a specialized event in collaboration with Bring on the Spectrum (BOTS). 100 neurodiverse children and their families were invited to the museum ...

Depending on the sensory processing disorder (SPD), the best assistive devices for specific conditions can range from low-tech options to more advanced ones. Either way, the devices should engage the ...