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25 Sensory Books - 25 Days Of Christmas For Kids
Jeanette Loftus
Christmas is a time for family traditions and spending your time with family. This year you can create a new Christmas tradition that would combine reading with the excitement of Christmas. 25 Books for 25 Days of Christmas countdown is a great way to get your children into the Christmas spirit and cultivate a love for reading books.
I am asked often by parents where they can buy children's books for Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) and which books they should buy. I found 25 sensory processing disorder books for kids so I made a list for you. I know that this time of year always gets super busy for parents. I have also added several Christmas books for you too!
Another parent was telling me about the 25 Days To Christmas Book Countdown. Putting 25 books under the tree at the beginning of December and each day your children get to choose a book leading up to Christmas Day. This is a great way to ease our way into Christmas, get into the holiday spirit while spending some extra time with our kids reading. Happy Holidays and happy reading!
Imagine the excitement on your child's face each morning as they unveil their new daily Christmas-themed book. A day closer to Christmas when Santa comes. This easy and engaging tradition provides an opportunity to build anticipation for the holidays, encourage a love for reading and family bonding time to read together.
This is a great Christmas countdown for children who struggle with sensory processing differences because it creates predictability in their daily routine during the holidays. The 25 Books for 25 Days of Christmas countdown provides a consistent experience and minimizes their sensory overload over the holidays.
Choosing the right books for your child is important. You can choose books for your child's age and interests. Some children will enjoy classic Christmas Stories such as "The Night Before Christmas," "How the Grinch Stole Christmas," or "The Polar Express" are some popular favorites. Some children prefer interactive books that have pop-ups or textures but others would rather read diverse Christmas stories about how children celebrate the holidays all over the world,
Reading Christmas books to your children that focus on kindness and giving can encourage empathy and generosity which is what the Christmas spirit is all about. There are some children's books that may focus on different sensory challenges throughout the holidays and children with sensory processing disorder may be able to relate to those books.
Make reading to your children during the holidays a sensory friendly experience for them. This can be a busy and overwhelming time of year for children with sensory differences. Creating a cozy reading space can be very beneficial for children during the holidays. Including a comfy bean bag chair, buttery soft blankets and some low lighting can help regulate children and offer a space to feel calm.
Offer your child sensory tools while they are reading such as a sensory fidget toys or the use of a weighted blankets. Using sensory tools can feel calming for a child while they are reading. Be mindful of your child's sensory needs and take sensory movement breaks when it is necessary.
The 25 Books for 25 Days of Christmas family tradition is a great way to make the holiday season even more magical for children. It’s a chance to create memories, spend time with your children and encourage a love for reading. Plan your book 25 days of Christmas books collection and get ready to experience the joy of a truly magical time at Christmas with this book countdown.
This doesn't need to be expensive, the books don't need to be brand new either. You can wait for book sales throughout the year or shop at second hand thrift stores.
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DISCLAIMER: I have learned a lot over the years but I am still learning. Always do your own research and exercise sound judgment. I am not an occupational therapist or a physician. I am an adult who has sensory processing disorder, a sensory parent and a Grandma. The information on this website is not medical advice and does not replace the information that your child's therapists or medical professionals give you. These are just ideas that I have learned myself over the years of being a parent and an adult living with SPD. If you are concerned for your child, please always seek medical attention through a family doctor, pediatrician or therapist. This website is for awareness and support purposes only. Each child is different and what works for one child may not for another because all children have different sensory needs. Please always consult with a professional.
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