Sensory play is a great way for kiddos to explore their environment. Being able to touch and interact with different textures will provide tactile input as well as visual input. Try encouraging and demonstrating sensory play bur do not to force a child to touch something they do not want to as this may cause a negative reaction. Think about something that you do not like the feel of - would you want someone to force you to touch it? Sensory play should be a positive experience.
Sensory play can also help promote various skills needed to participate in classroom tasks and activities. Skills such as manipulation, crossing mid-line, bilateral coordination, and visual motor integration. Have fun with it and remember clean up is also important for your child to participate in.
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