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Resources for Parents of Children With Special Needs
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The Out-of-Sync Child: Recognizing and Coping with Sensory Processing Disorder, Revised EditionThe Out-of-Sync Child: Recognizing and Coping with Sensory Processing Disorder, Revised Edition by Carol Kranowitz
Buy new: $10.85 / Used from: $8.98
A wonderful resource for parents wanting to learn about sensory integration and processing issues, or just parents of kids who need some extra help.
The Out-of-Sync Child Has Fun, Revised Edition: Activities for Kids with Sensory Processing DisorderThe Out-of-Sync Child Has Fun, Revised Edition: Activities for Kids with Sensory Processing Disorder by Carol Kranowitz
Buy new: $10.37 / Used from: $7.25
An awesome book, great for any child, but especially for special needs children. My son, who had sensory processing issues, really benefitted from a lot of the activities suggested in this book.
THE GRABBER ORAL MOTOR CHEWTHE GRABBER ORAL MOTOR CHEW
Buy new: $5.50
A great chewy for a kid with oral sensory needs that is too old for a pacifier.
Sensory Brush with Sponge(Bag of 3)Sensory Brush with Sponge(Bag of 3)
Buy new: $5.99
Essential for sensory kids! Ask your Occupational Therapist about Wilbargur Protocol- brushing really works for kids with sensory issues, autism, PDD's, NLD, ADHD, and other disorders as well.
PENCIL GRIP 5 PACKPENCIL GRIP 5 PACK
Buy new: $9.99
For those fine motor issues.
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY THERAPUTTY 6 PACKOCCUPATIONAL THERAPY THERAPUTTY 6 PACK
Buy new: $29.88
Theraputty is great. It's like playdough, but it comes in different weights and thicknesses and is easier for sensory kids to handle. Try hiding toy cars or other small toys inside for your child to find through touch!
22 " Balance Therapy Ball22 " Balance Therapy Ball
Buy new: $24.99
As an infant, my son loved being placed on a therapy ball and held, rocked gently, etc. It is also good for balance and sitting for older kids. Any good yoga ball will do.
Ball Pool NetBall Pool Net
Buy new: $15.00
Remember the ball pit at that kids pizza restaurant? Filling a miniature children's pool with those balls is a great sensory exercise for your child. If the child is adventurous, tey hiding stuffed animals under the balls. Whach out, though. Some overly sensitive kids won't like surprises in the ball pit.