Sensory Processing Disorder Sensory Play



Tactile sensory input is touch to the skin. Tactile defensiveness is the type of sensory dysfunction when tactile sensations cause hypersensitivity, emotional responses and behavioral issues. 


 When your child tells you that something that is touching them hurts or is uncomfortable, they are being truthful. They are having a negative response to the tactile sensory input. 


There are many daily activities that can cause a child to become tactile defensive such as brushing teeth, getting dressed, cutting nails, washing themselves or brushing their hair.


Children who have Sensory Processing Disorder usually fall into two categories, a seeker or an avoider

Most people think that you have to be one or the other, but you can actually be an avoider and a seeker too. It's more common to be both than one or the other. 

A sensory seeker is hyposensitive, and an avoider is hypersensitive.

A child with Sensory Processing that is an avoider will become overstimulated because they are sensitive to what is around them and will feel everything much more intense than others. Sensory avoiders will avoid sensory input. 

A sensory seeker is the opposite and will feel under stimulated and seek out sensory input. 
Sensory seekers will not react to the environment around them like an avoider does. Sensory seekers crave and want sensory input. 

Hypersensitive means that you are more sensitive (over-responsive) to input than others. This may look like covering your ears when a vacuum is turned on because it is too loud. Or struggling with the feeling of your clothing, even to the point of not being able to wear clothes. At times we refer to people that are hypersensitive as avoiders, they want to avoid certain types of input because they are more sensitive to them.

Hyposensitive means that you are less sensitive (under-responsive) to input than others. Meaning you may want and crave more input to feel regulated and fulfilled. This may look like constantly moving, spinning, jumping, or playing rough with others. At times we refer to people that are hyposensitive as seekers.




Hypersensitivity To Touch (Tactile Defensiveness)

- difficulty getting hair cuts
- avoids being touched or sitting too close to others
- resists wearing shoes, jeans, underwear or socks
- doesn't like nails being cut
- dislikes taking a shower or having a bath
- gets angry or surprised by unexpected touch
- dislikes being kissed or hugged 
- avoids messy play
- refuses to eat different food textures
- avoids going barefoot in the grass 
- doesn't like to wash or brush hair 
- extremely ticklish
- bothered by clothing seams and fabrics 
- gets upset when hands are dirty





Hyposensitivity To Touch (Under-Responsive)

- seeks out touch and wants to touch everything 
- bites or pinches themselves  
- hurts family pets or other children when playing 
- loves messy play 
- unaffected by getting hurt (high pain tolerance) 
- doesn't notice when being touched 
- unbothered by dirty hands or messy face
- bumps into others and objects
- craves heavy pressure 
- enjoys rubbing and feeling certain fabrics
- touches everyone around them 
- doesn't notice a runny nose  
- uses heavy pressure when writing with a pencil
- wants to play in water often





Sensory Diet Tactile Activities

- brushing different textured brushes over the skin
- drawing with chalk on the body
- massage with oils, lotions and powders
brushing for sensory defensiveness 
- rubbing different fabric textures against the skin
- drawing in sand or salt
- sensory play (water, sand, slime play dough, clay)
- finger painting
- sensory bins (rice, beans)
- face and body painting
- bubble bath and swimming
- body tattoos or stickers on the body
- deep pressure 
- gardening and plating flowers
- toys with vibration
- playing in the mud
- cooking and baking




Sensory bins can help your child with fine motor, gross motor development, fidgeting, exploring their senses, self regulation, language development, learning to tolerate new textures, hand and eye coordination and build self confidence. 

Using a sensory bin can stimulate all of your child's senses including tactile, olfactory, auditory, visual  and gustation. 

Sensory bin contents can be put in a Rubbermaid type of storage container but you can also use a sensory table too. Any inexpensive container from your local dollar store will work. You want to choose a container that is large enough so that your child will have space to play. 

No one knows your child's sensory needs better than you. Some parents use only edible items in a sensory bin because their child may have pica and eat non food items and some parents will use non edible items. What you choose to do is completely your choice based on your child's sensory needs. You can also ask your child's Occupational Therapist what they would recommend for your child too. 

Sensory bins should have tools that will help your child play with the sensory bin contents. Children's play tweezers, scoops, cups, spoons, droppers and grabbers. This will also assist your child with fine motor development. 






Sensory Play Tactile Tools 





Tractor Sand Play Set, Sensory Toys for Kids W/ 2 Lbs of Sand, Construction Signs & Cones, Working Figures, 4 Mold Set and Road Roller, Dump Truck, Excavator & Bulldozer
Your little one will have a blast molding, slicing, and shaping the soft, formable play sand, it is truly a sensory and tactile experience your children will love playing with it for hours.
Feels like wet beach sand without any of the mess,doesn’t stick to hands, clothes, or molds. This 20-piece sand kit comes with everything your child will need for hours of creative and pretend play.







Crazy Aaron's Thinking Putty - Scentsory Treat: Scoopberry - Fidget Toy - Stretch, Play and Create -  Strawberry Vanilla Scented Pink Color That Never Dries Out - 2.75" Storage Tin - .8 oz.
Snap, twist, sculpt, stretch, squish and bounce all day long! Manipulating the putty ignites creativity while simultaneously helping with concentration, anxiety relief and stress. Thinking Putty is an ideal gift for both kids and adults!
Breathe in the fruity aroma of berry vanilla while you play with our Scoopberry putty! As you work the velvety soft pink putty between your fingers, the fresh scent will begin to grow, melting away all your tension! Relax with a Scentsory Treat!







Fluffy Butter Slime, Scented Stretchy Lemon Slime, Super Soft and Non-Sticky
Comes With Scented Fluffy Slime and Lemon Charms, Foam Beads. Super Soft and Non-sticky. 200ml.
Absolutely Safe Slime for Kids and Adults. ASTM certified, completely safe for children. Cannot be eaten, not for too small kids

Educational and Stress Relief Slime. Since this slime is extremely resistant and thick it provides a great deal of deep pressure and joint compressions, As you squeeze, fold, roll, and even pull the slime, you are sending signals to your brain that are calming and organizing







Crazy Aaron's Putty Color Shock & Holo Mini Tins (.47oz Each) Sun Beam, Coral Reef, Eternal Flame & Moonlight Gift Set Bundle - 4 Pack
Crazy Aaron's Putty Color Shock & Holo Mini Tins (.47oz each) Sun Beam, Coral Reef, Eternal Flame & Moonlight Gift Set Bundle - 4 Pack, is AWESOME!
his is an amazing set of 4 (2 Inch, .47oz) Mini Tins from Crazy Aaron! HOLO - Holographic glitter and sparkle! - Color Shock - New technology features two colors in one! HOLO - Holographic glitter and sparkle!
Color Shock - New technology features two colors in one! Gluten free, latex free and amazing for special needs, party favors & much more!






Therapy Shoppe Alphabet Sensory Noodles
NEW!  Alphabet Sensory Noodles are terrific for tong play scooping activities, sorting, crafts, and lacing.  They also make an ideal medium for sensory bins which provides opportunities to explore / learn through hands-on play that engages the senses.  Sensory play can also help support the development of fine and perceptual motor skills, language, tactile discrimination, and other sensory processing skills.  This colorful new set includes ½ lb. of assorted dry alphabet noodles: the perfect amount to fill the bottom of a sensory bin. Just add a few tongs and some manipulatives, and you’ve got the makings for a terrific self-contained tactile activity set for all your kiddos!  Sensory bin tubs and tongs are not included.  *Please note Alphabet Sensory Noodles are not for consumption. For ages 3+.














Therapy Shoppe Water Beads
NEW!  Water beads are perfect for sensory bins and tactile sensory play!  Just add water and they expand to make 6 cups of irresistibly feeling gel-like beads!  These reusable water beads come in a handy little plastic tube.  Sensory Bins provide children with oppoortunities to explore and learn thru hands-on play that engages multiple senses.  This type of play often supports and encourages many different areas of development:  fine motor skills, language, sensory modulation, self regulation, and more.  Add a few of our Therapy Shoppe tongs for kids, scoops, and/or manipulatives – and you've got a great sensory activity set!  You'll love these versatile Water Beads that are recommended for ages 6-up. 







Creativity for Kids Sensory Bin: Race Track - Fine Motor Skills Toys for Kids, Pretend Play Preschool Toys for Toddlers Ages 3+4
Start your engines to zip, zoom and race around a DIY car track in a play bin filled with sensory sand, gravel, 2 race cars and more! This self-contained car playset is a hands-on pretend play experience for toddlers ages 3+
Sensory bins allow toddlers to discover, imagine and learn while engaging their senses. Place the self-contained sensory bin on a tablecloth or towel to scoop, sort and build for easy clean up and endless hours of hands-on pretend play!
Enjoy hours of imaginative play while building fine motor skills and promoting sensory development. Create cognitive tasks for your preschooler as you sort, categorize, count and engage in hands-on play with your sensory bin













Farm Sand Play Set - Sensory Toys for Kids with 2 lbs of Sand, Farm Animals, Signs, Fences, Trucks and Farm Tools - 28 Farm Toy Figures with Container Storage for 3, 4, 5 Year Old Toddlers
This Farm Sand Playset exclusive by Dazmers Toys is the perfect combination of farm toys and sensory sand. It’s an excellent sensory toy that will also promote the creativity of your little one while providing hours of entertain and pretend play. Let them dig, discovery, build, mold, and explore to their hearts content in this self-contained sand box. Enjoy with your kiddo a day on the beach from the comfort of your home!








Educational Insights Playfoam Pluffle Sensory Station, Sensory Bin with Tools, Fine Motor Skills, Ages 3+
All-in-one sensory station includes soft, fluffy Playfoam Pluffle and all the tactile tools preschoolers need to play and develop fine motor skills.
Sensory bin, 2 colors of Playfoam Pluffle, and 3 fine motor tools: handy roller, scissor scoopers, and collection cup.
Sifting, sorting, scooping, and extracting builds the fine motor skills kids need to button their shirts and cut with scissors! And non-toxic Playfoam Pluffle never dries out, so the fun—and learning—never end!
Create your own winter wonderland inside with this totally tactile set perfect for sensory play and fine motor fun for boys & girls







Sense & Grow Sensory Sand Activity Kit - Sand Bin with 6 Farm Animal Figurines and Accessories Included - Educational STEM Learning Toy for Children - Fine Motor Montessori Sensory Toys for Kids 3+
Contain(er) Your Sand For Mess-Free Fun: Explore the wonderful texture of sand with a unique activity kit that indulges the sense of touch; Play with farm animal figurines inside of the provided container so nothing gets lost or messy; Read all about the benefits of this kit with the Sense & Grow guide to sensory play that’s attached to each box
Treat Your Senses: Develop coordination, exploration and color recognition with the Sense & Grow Products; Improve hand-eye coordination, dexterity and fine motor skills as you explore the sense of touch







Fluffy Slime
Comes with blue, pink, green and purple, 4 colors for your fun and play. It will become a new color if you mix up the 4 colors together. This fluffy slime is incredibly satisfying to play with - squeeze it, twist it, smash it or create arts with it, super soft and stretchy, wonderful stress and anxiety reducer
Absolutely Safe Slime for Kids and Adults. ASTM certified, completely safe for children. Cannot be eaten, not for too small kids
Non Sticky Slime. Pinch it or pull it over and over, absolutely won't stick to your hands, giving you the most wonderful slime experience. 









The double-basin 24″ Children’s Factory blue Neptune Table is a great way to let children explore the properties of water and sand without making a big mess. The two basins in the table are divided by a waterfall to allow for observation of water flow. Each basin has a drain and a bottom textured with fish crabs and starfish. This sand and water sensory table promotes fine motor skills development, self-esteem, confidence and social interaction. Rain or shine, winter or spring, kids will always be excited to play at the water and sand table. The large table has four casters for easy movement with two casters locking for stability providing for hours of fun both indoors and outdoors. The possibilities are endless for engaging sensory activities.







Learning Resources Sand & Water Fine Motor Set, Scissor Skills, Construction Toy, Sensory Toy, Toys for Sensory Bin, 4 Pieces, Ages 3+
Add even more fun to your splash-filled adventures! With the Sand & Water Fine Motor Set from Learning Resources, kids discover four new ways to learn in the sand and surf. This set of four toddler-sized tools includes a squeezy bottle, spinner, wavy dropper, and scooper, each of which demonstrates a different physical concept through fun, easy-to-understand interactive play. Made of durable plastic, these tools are tough enough to accompany kids wherever water is found. 











Dazmers Monster Truck Sand Play Set, Sensory Toys for Kids W/ 2 Lbs of Sand, for 3, 4, 5 Year Old Toddlers
Hours of sensory sand entertainment without the mess! This Monster Truck Sand Playset exclusive by Dazmers Toys is the perfect combination of 2 toys kids love most - monster trucks toys and sand. It’s an excellent sensory toy that will also promote the creativity of your little one while providing hours of entertain and pretend play. Enjoy with your kiddo a day on the beach from the comfort of your home!







Therapy Shoppe Rainbow Sensory Rice
NEW!  Rainbow Sensory Rice is the perfect hide 'n find medium for sensory bins and tactile activities!  Tactile sensory play helps support and encourage the development of sensory processing skills, tactile discrimination, fine and visual perceptual motor skills, and lots more.  Create your own sensory activity kit by adding a few tongs, scoops, and manipulatives.  This irresistibly tactile and colorful 1 lb. set of sensory rice is great for home play, school classrooms, OT and art activities, and sensory break corners (but is not for eating).  For ages 3+.







Crazy Aaron's Thinking Putty 4" Tin - Mystifying Mermaid Hypercolor - Color Changing Putty, Firm Texture - Never Dries Out
Mystifying Mermaid changes color with heat and includes beautiful, iridescent sparkles! Collection: HYPERCOOL | Cool Color: Seafoam Green | Warm Color: Aquamarine Blue
Stretch it, bounce it, pop it, tear it, and sculpt it! Fun for ages 3+
Includes 1/34 lb. (0.47 oz) of Genuine Crazy Aaron’s Thinking Putty
Thinking Putty is manufactured with the help of exceptional individuals challenged with disabilities
Made in the USA from nontoxic silicone and never dries out






Water Beads Play Set -24 Pcs Ocean Sea Animals Tactile Sensory Play Toys for Kids with Water Beads Tools,Animal Cards,Water Mat-Great Fine Motor Skills Toy with Container Storage for Kids 3+
24 pieces of water beads playset comes with 9 oz of sea water beads for hours of entertainment and sensory play. The playset includes 1 water beads picker, 1 fishnet,12 animal cards,1 inflatable water mat,1 ocean animals introduction handbook. 
The playset of toddler sensory toys for kids feels soft, wet, and smooth.It's important to provide opportunities for children to actively use their senses as they explore their world through sensory play, which is crucial to brain development.







Kinetic Sand is WABA Fun's first product that breathes motion.
Easy-to-shape sand that molds into simple desktop designs. Playing with Kinetic Sand is a magical and mesmerizing experience, giving a moment of relaxation for both young and old.
SENSES/SKILLS:
Assists with hyper or hypo tactile sensitivity
Great to use as a sand alternative for tactile play
Fine Motor Skills
Encourages sensory exploration, visual-spatial skills, creativity, calmness








Star Essence Awesome Aromatherapy Star Putty COMFORT + BALANCE
Let your child knead, roll or pinch this all natural putty to help comfort, reduce tension and create a sense a balance for themselves. The blend of pure essential oils along with the sensory therapy help to relax and uplift.
Lemongrass
Cypress
Geranium
Spearmint
Frankincense
All raw materials used in Star Essence Energy Aromatherapy Putty are researched to ensure a safe, non toxic sensory tool that a child will enjoy while self-regulating throughout the day.

Star Essence Awesome Aromatherapy Star Putty






Star Essence Energy Aromatherapy Star Putty
Star Essence Energy Aromatherapy Putty CALM + ENERGIZE
Let your child knead, roll or pinch this all natural putty to help calm and reduce tension. The blend of pure essential oils along with the sensory therapy help to produce a energizing calm.
Wild Orange
Lemon
Lime 
Frankicense
All raw materials used in Star Essence Energy Aromatherapy Putty are researched to ensure a safe, non toxic sensory tool that a child will enjoy while self-regulating throughout the day.







Tonlead Mint Green Butter Slime Scented with Leaf, Fluffy Floam Slime
Super Cool Texture Slime - We made this new texture and recipe slime different from other usual butter slimes! This cotton premade slime is super stretchy with very good smell, and is so enjoyable to squeeze, swirl and pop. Extremely fluffy and drizzly! Non-sticky cream slime offers you a great cool feeling on the grip of your hand, never get stick onto your hands. Let’s have fun!

High Quality Slime Container - It’s a PET food grade putty cup, non-toxic, thick, safe and leakproof. Please store it back into the container in time when you don't play it. 







12 Pack | Fluffy & Stretchy Mud Slime Putty
ChefSlime feels extremely soft to the touch, where you can squeeze and stretch the slime smoothly and comfortably, without it tearing or sticking to your hands or clothes
SUPER FUN FOR KIDS - Chefslime will make a great party favor & great sludge toy for kids to play with, have fun and allow their imagination and creativity to stretch.
NON-TOXIC 100% SAFE







Activity Plastic Tray - Art + Crafts Organizer Tray, Serving Tray, Great for Crafts, Beads, Orbeez Water Beads, Painting
This tray is made of polypropylene (PP) plastic number 5.  
Perfect for classroom, daycare, kindergartens and homeschool, to organize art materials, collaging, crafting, beading, science experiments, water works, loose parts education, sorting legos, playdoh, montessori snack preparation, dollies art, finger painting, color mixing and many processed based creative invitations. 







Educational Insights Playfoam Combo 8 Pack
Playfoam that never dries out! Just squish up the Playfoam, shape It however you like, Then squash it back down and start all over again!
Sculpt anywhere! No-stick Playfoam is perfect for sculpting squishy, squashy creations anywhere and anytime! Play foam's non-toxic, no-stick formula never dries out, so the creativity never ends! 







Small 4 Liter Portable Sand Tray with Lid
For sand play therapy with children
Small size is perfect for travel or when space is at a premium
Stackable, waterproof, durable
Handles lock lid securely in place
This convenient sand tray is translucent blue with a clear lid. Handles on the tray lock the lid securely in place for portability. The blue color of the tray can represent water or the sky.







Learning Resources Mix & Measure Activity Set
Stir up some fun with the Primary Science Mix & Measure Set. Introduce the concept of measurement while mixing up mystery goo, puffy paint, slime, and more. Set includes 10 activity cards, a scale, bowl, 6 cups, and 3 spoons, specially contoured for little hands and specifically designed to provide a clear visual of quantities. Suitable for kids ages 3 and up, this set makes a great addition to any toy chest and a fabulous sensory table or center activity in the classroom.







New!  Sparkling Emerald Green Thinking Putty is the color of the emerald green city from the Wizard of Oz movie! Thinking putty is an amazing sensory tool and office desk toy for fidgeting, strengthening fingers, as a calming self-regulation solution, and for providing tactile sensory input. This beautiful therapy putty makes a wonderful silent classroom fiddle for fidgety students who need something in their hands to help keep their minds more focused. 1.6 ounce tin. Designed for ages 3-up.







Colorations Classic Dough, 5 oz tubs, Set of 14 Bright Colors, Non-Toxic, Resealable, Soft, Pliable, No Crumble, Modeling, Moldable, Sensory, Smooth, for Home, School
Shape and mold Imaginative creations with top-quality, soft and easy-to-shape dough in a range of bright and neon colors. (Perfect starter set for classrooms and home use; set of 14 colors includes black, Blue, Brown, electric Blue, green, hot pink, Lime green, pink, Purple, red, screaming orange, shocking violet, white, yellow; 5 oz. Each; non-toxic) Colorations best value dough does not contain the following common allergens: (does not contain latex; does not contain dairy & casein; does not contain egg; does not contain peanut & tree nut) 







New!  Little and "big" kids of all ages adore this shimmery finger strengthening sensory fidget putty that’s the color of a shiny new copper penny.  Our best-selling Crazy Aaron's thinking putty is like chewing gum for your fingers – the more one kneads it, the calmer and more focused they often become.  Our gorgeous new Shiny Copper Penny Thinking Putty makes a fantastic silent fidget for the classroom or a soothing office desk toy for self-regulation, finger strengthening workouts, and as a fun way to provide a nice dose of tactile sensory input.  For ages 3-adults.







Water Doodle Drawing Mat,Dinosaur Play Mats for Kids
NO MESS COLOR PAINTING: Want to Cultivate children's interest in painting but worry about spraying the walls or floor? Water doodle mat can make a clean and happy creative world -- Doodle, disappear, repeat! Without all the mess of other art supplies! It is environmental clean and safe for children. No ink, no paint, non-toxic, non-polluting. Never make a mess. 







Colorations Scented Colored Dough, 6 Pounds, 6 Bright Colors and Fruity Scents, Non-Toxic, Resealable Tubs, Soft, Pliable, Non-Crumble, Modeling, Sensory
Wonderfully scented, non-toxic modeling compound is Super soft and pliable. Colorations dough will not crumble or stain. Clean-Up is easy with soap and water. Individual, resalable containers keep dough fresh and keep scents from mixing. Set includes 1 lb. Each of Blue (Berry), green (Apple), ORANGE (tangerine), Purple (Grape), red (Cherry) and yellow (lemon). non-toxic. Colorations scented dough do not contain the following common allergens: (does not contain latex; does not contain dairy & casein; does not contain egg; does not contain peanut & tree nut)







Shiny and squishy, ooey gooey (but not sticky) fidget putty that feels cool to the touch! Squish it between your fingers, squash it between your hands... knead it, fold it, pull it apart, then smush it back together again! Tactile sensory seekers and visual fidgeters are in for hours of fiddling fun. The cool new metallic slime putty comes in assorted gorgeous luminous colors that burst to life in your hands. Do not use on cloth, porous, or varnished surfaces as manufacturer notes it may stain surfaces. Adult supervision is needed.







New!  Ahhhh..... is this Deep Sapphire Blue Thinking Putty ever pretty!  Presenting our best-selling Crazy Aaron's thinking putty in a brand new sparkling deep sapphire blue color.  This breathtaking sensory fidget putty is gorgeous to look at and nearly impossible to stop playing with.  Thinking putty makes a wonderful quiet fidget for the office, classroom, or when you're waiting for an appointment or meal to arrive in a restaurant.  Great for self-regulation, building dexterity, and for tactile sensory stimulation.







Star Essence FOCUS Aromatherapy Putty
Star Essence FOCUS Aromatherapy Putty CONCENTRATION + SENSE OF WELL BEING
Let your child or student knead, roll or pinch this all natural putty to help recharge and focus on the task at hand. The blend of pure essential oils along with the sensory therapy help to produce a sense of balance and improves alertness.
Cypress
Peppermint
Clary Sage
All raw materials used in Star Essence Energy Aromatherapy Putty are researched to ensure a safe, non toxic sensory tool that a child will enjoy while self-regulating throughout the day.







New!  Your favorite Crazy Aaron's Thinking Putty in a brand new beautiful Glistening Gold color! You’ll love this glistening gold finger strengthening sensory fidget putty that’s like chewing gum for your fingers.  Makes a fantastic silent classroom fidget for self-regulation, finger strength workouts, and calming tactile sensory input.  A teacher and occupational therapist favorite, this amazing sensory putty is for children, teens, and adults, ages 3-up.







Star Essence Relax Aromatherapy Putty
Star Essence Relax Aromatherapy Putty RELAX + REDUCE ANXIETY
Let your child knead, roll or pinch this all natural putty to help relieve stress and tension. The blend of pure essential oils along with the sensory therapy help to promote relaxation and minimize anxiety.
Wild Orange
Bergamot
Ylang Ylang
Frankincense
All raw materials used in Star Essence Relax Aromatherapy Putty are researched to ensure a safe, non toxic sensory tool that a child will enjoy while self-regulating throughout the day.







Original Stationery Unicorn Slime Kit Supplies Stuff for Girls Making Slime
Our unicorn slime kit is the perfect combination of fun and learning. Slime making has been proven to aid a child's development and greatly enhance creativity.
Inside our Unicorn slime kit, you'll find a helpful guide with fun and proven recipes on how to make amazing slimes. Go crazy with inks to make unicorn colors, splash some scents for a delicious smell, and add glitter flakes for extra sparkle. Add beads and pearls or go wild with the ooey-gooey foam balls, squishy jelly cubes, and snow powder.
Make over 100 different combinations. Curious about how many variations of squishy slimes can be made? We know one thing for sure, she’ll have a ton of fun finding out!







Creativity for Kids Sensory Bin: Ice Cream Shop Playset - Pretend Play, Early Learning for Girls and Boys
SCOOP AND LEARN - Create your own play and pretend cool treats with the ultimate sensory experience! Engage the senses with a play space that's packed with easy to mold sensory sand in 3 colors, pom poms, rainbow beads, ice cream cones, bowl and more
SENSORY BIN - Sensory bins allow children to discover, imagine and learn while engaging their senses. Place the self-contained sensory bin on a table cloth or towel and scoop, sort, dig and build for easy clean up and endless hours of hands-on play!







Monkey Foam SO MUCH FUN RIGHT OUT OF Kids will love what this foam can do. Parents will love just how quick and easy it is - simply unwrap the foam blocks, squish them up and kids will be playing and shaping in no time Won't dry out or harden - keep on squishing and squeezing. All the fun without the mess - won't stick to furniture or carpet. The perfect art supply for countless hours of play that you can take with you wherever you go!
Develops artistic skills and creativity, great for sensory and tactile stimulation. Perfect for art projects, classrooms, parties & more.
 








ALPHAFUN Water Beads Play Set, Includes 78 Alphabet Letters, Inflatable Bin, Water Beads Tools
Discover the power of play with the Waterbeedz Alphabet Learning Set from Alphafun. This imaginative teaching tool delivers hours and hours of collaborative and solo learning, stimulating kids in a way that’s safe, affordable, and oh-so fun. Unlike the typical autism spectrum toys that target a specific gender or age group, our open-ended activity set is 100% modifiable, making it easy to adapt for kids of different ages, abilities, interests, social skills, and levels of language comprehension. Not sure how to unlock Waterbeedz’ magical teaching powers? Let The Alphafun Book be your guide! It contains tons of ideas for making study or play time an educational success.







Educational Insights Playfoam Pluffle 4 Pack: Non-Toxic, Never Dries Out, Sensory Play, 2.5 oz per Tube
The squishologists at the play foam wacky Workshop have formulated a brand new squish-sensation! Introducing play foam pluffle - the new mesmerizing, mixable, can't resist, feel-good fluffy stuff that never dries out! Mix your favorite colors together to create your own cool combinations then give it a squish and watch if flow. Perfect for tactile learning and fun, play foam pluffle is fluffy and doesn't dry out. Take play foam pluffle out of the container and squish & release to see the magical movement. Or keep it in the tube and flip it for some lava lamp-like flowing action. Brought to you by the makers of play foam.







This 5 in 1 Kids Activity Table Set was designed to inspire creativity and grow with your child. The inside makes a great water table for hours of fun and doubles as a storage space for building bricks and other toys. The Building Brick side provides a surface on which your child can build fun, imaginative worlds. And the smooth side is the perfect place to make crafts, draw masterpieces, and more!
5 IN 1 TABLE will entertain kids for hours as a water table, building block table, drawing and crafts table, sensory (sand, rice, slime) table, and storage unit. Inspires imaginative play as your kids splash, build, and create!







Wikki Stix Single Color Packs
You've asked for the ability to buy quantities of Wikki Stix in a single color, and we are happy to introduce single color packages. Thirty-six, 6″ Wikki Stix all in one color. Perfect for school projects, holiday activities…and lots more.
Wikki Stix Learning Toys are the original — trusted by parents, schools, and teachers everywhere. Wikki Stix are more than a craft toy and more than a learning toy, they're a powerful interactive teaching tool! Wikki Stix Learning Toys conform to ASTM D-4236, the safety standard for use in the schools. Recommended for ages 3 & up.









Creativity for Kids Sensory Bin: Ocean and Sand - Fine Motor and Sensory Toys for Kids
Dive into an ocean and sand adventure with a self-contained beach environment filled with fascinating water beads, 2 lbs of easy to mold play sand, ocean toys and more! This self-contained play bin is the ultimate sensory experience! Creativity for Kids Sensory Bins allow children to discover, imagine, learn and create, while engaging their senses and having FUN! Materials are carefully selected (and safety-tested!) to provide the best hands-on play experience. Scoop, sort and explore in this self-contained sensory bin. Sensory Bins provide many learning benefits and resources for children to build find motor skills, promote sensory development and encourage imaginative play. 







Crayola Relaxation Aroma Putty, Silly Putty Alternative, Gift, 6Count
CRAYOLA AROMA PUTTY: Bring home the 6ct Relaxation putty collection featuring Lavender, Frankincense, clove, coconut, tea tree, and chamomile.
Portable and fun Relaxation gifts for women, men, and teens.
Specially designed containers add texture to putty and fit nicely in a purse or pocket.
SAFE AND NONTOXIC: Aroma putty doesn't leave residue on hands, and is safe and nontoxic. 







Creativity for Kids Sensory Bin: Outer Space - Preschool and Toddler Sensory Toys, Fine Motor Skills Toys and Sensory Activities for Kids Ages 3+
Blast off on a intergalactic mission with a galaxy play bin filled with glowing stars, 2.5 lbs of space rocks, astronaut, squishy alien and more! This self-contained space toy is an out of this world unique tactile sensory experience
All sensory bins fillers are carefully selected and tested to provide the best at home play activities for toddlers. Since 1976, Creativity for Kids has proudly made fun and creative experiences today to nurture children's confidence for life







Nature Pak: 48 eight-inch Wikki Stix in black, white, brown and two shades of green. Ideal for making habitats, animals, bugs, science projects, and more! Primary Pak: 48 eight-inch Wikki Stix in primary colors. Shape, stick, play and learn! Colors include: Red, Blue, Yellow and Green.Neon Pak: 48 eight-inch Wikki Stix in six hot neon colors. Perfect for home, school, playtime and more. Colors include: Hot pink, Brite Yellow, Tangerine orange, Lime Green, Electric Blue and Bright Purple. Includes illustrations, play and craft ideas on the back.









Made By Me Explore + Create Sea Life Sensory Bin, Fun Sensory Bins for Toddlers 1-3, All-in-One Tactile Sensory Toys, Learn Through Play Toys, Unique Fine Motor Toys & FIN-Tastic Sensory Experience
Open up the bin to find expanding water beads, impression rollers and molds, a shovel and sifter, plus play sand that molds and expands in and out of water — play inside the case, then use it as a storage space!
Get hands-on with expanding water beads, pebbles, and a sand sifter and shovel — dump, scoop, shovel, and pinch them with a shovel or play a round of sensory iSpy!
Fill the bin with water and use the included molds, roller, and impression plate to create all kinds of under-the-sea creations you can squish, crush, and stretch with play sand you can use in or out of water!







Dinosaur Play Sand Kit 
SOFT AND SENSORY: The play sand feels like soft, wet sand and sticks to itself to maintain its shape. It works wonderfully with the 2D dinosaur molds to form all kinds of shapes and designs while staying where it should. The sand box is made for both creative building and digging. Make tunnels, mountains or a dinosaur village. Bury the dino skeletons and discover them all over again. Play with the sand set either inside or outside.
SAFE AND NON-TOXIC: The play kit is a great tactile experience for kids. The eco-friendly sand and toys provide a safe environment for creative play. Makes a great gift. Recommended for ages 3+. 







American Plastic Toys Kids Outdoor Sand Table
Holds up to 50 pounds of sand. Includes waterproof tarp to ensure sand stays dry and clean
Features easy snap-together assembly
Dimensions: 34.5” x 22.5” x 15”

Quality and safety: Made with BPA and phthalate-free plastic. All products meet or exceed US Federal toy safety standards







Children’s Factory Large Sensory Table Fill with Water, Sand, Beads and More
SENSORY EXPERIENCE: The sensory table provides children with a relaxing and stress-reducing sensory experience. Sensory tables promote fine motor skills development, self-esteem, confidence and social interaction.

INDOORS OR OUTDOORS: Rain or shine, winter or spring, kids will love exploring at the sensory table. The large table has four casters for easy movement with two casters locking for stability providing for hours of fun both indoors and outdoors. 







Made By Me Explore + Create Dino Galaxy Sensory Bin, Fun Sensory Bins for Toddlers 1-3, All-in-One Tactile Sensory Toys, Learn Through Play Toys, Unique Fine Motor Toys & Dino-Mite Sensory Experience
Open up the bin to find 1 lb. of moldable, stretchable, sand, a shovel, dozens of bumpy beads, dinosaur figurines, tongs, and more — play inside the case, then use it as a storage space!
Get hands-on with play sand, beads, figurines, and pebbles — dump, scoop, shovel, and pinch them with the shovel and pair of tongs, or play a round of sensory iSpy with the brush!
Bring all kinds of dinos to life by packing sand inside the mold, using the impression roller to create dinosaur tracks, or the volcano for a sandy landscape!







Sand and Water Adjustable Activity Play Table Center with Lids
Sand and water play centre
Promotes tactile discovery, fine motor skills and social interaction
Features strong, steel legs that are adjustable
Includes two stations with lids

The ECR4Kids 2-station, modular Sand and Water Play Center promotes tactile discovery, fine motor skills, and social interaction. Each station features a removable basin for easy draining and cleaning, and translucent lids to keep the unit clean when not in use. Stations feature strong, steel legs that are adjustable and can also be added to other ECR4Kids square sand and water stations











Large grain high-quality cassia toys, special sensory sand, fun and interesting sensory toys and games, and small items are only suitable for children over 3 years old.
High quality and comprehensive tactile sensory stimulation, a toy set that every child will like when they see it, sensory toys for autistic children, suitable for sensory classroom, home games, school teaching, etc.
1 plastic inflatable pool+16 pounds of cassia sensory sand+2 sets of beach sand toys+30 pit balls for kids+1 Manual inflation pump. Special reminder: due to the weight limitation of single shipment, the number of cassia seeds in the set is relatively small, and more cassia seeds need to be purchased separately according to the actual situation.







Crazy Aaron's Thinking Putty 2.75" Tin - Bubblegum Scented Putty
Crazy Aaron's SCENTSory Thinking Putty / Gumballer: Bubble Gum Scented
Color: White with Primary-colored Orbs | Scent: Bubble Gum I Texture: Light & Soft
New Size! The collectible 2.75" size sits somewhere between our classic Mini & full sized Thinking Putty tins, making them great on the go!
Crazy Aaron's Thinking Putty is manufactured with the help of exceptional individuals challenged with disabilities

Made in the USA from nontoxic silicone and never dries out / Safe for Ages 3










Learning Resources Helping Hands Fine Motor Tool Set Toy, Fine Motor and Sensory Toy, Fine Motor Games, Ages 3+
GREAT FOR SENSORY BINS: 4 of our finest tools packaged together
KIDS FINE MOTOR TOOLS: Builds fine-motor skills
STRENGTHEN HANDS: Strengthens hand muscles needed for writing
GREAT VALUE: Includes 1 of each tool: Gator Grabber Tweezers, Handy Scoopers, Twisty Droppers, Squeezy Tweezers
Ideal for ages 3+







Neon Bouncing Putty – (Bulk Pack of 12) Fluffy DIY Slime Ball Sensory Toys for Kids
Bedwina fluffy slime putty is made from high quality non-toxic materials and can be used over and over again for endless amounts of fun! Store putty in its container to prevent it from drying out. Recommended Ages 3+
With so many possibilities you'll mold and make a bouncing ball, play, squeeze, stretch, fold, roll, or pull for hours of fun with this amazing toy for kids. It's also great to play with as a stress reliever or sensory fidget toy
 






Crazy Aaron's SCENTSory Thinking Putty / Orangesicle: Orange Cream Scented
Color: Light Orange with White & Orange Speckles | Scent: Orange Vanilla Cream | Texture: Light & Soft
New Size! The collectible 2.75" size sits somewhere between our classic Mini & full sized Thinking Putty tins, making them great on the go!
Crazy Aaron's Thinking Putty is manufactured with the help of exceptional individuals challenged with disabilities

Made in the USA from nontoxic silicone and never dries out / Safe for Ages 3+ 







Coloriffic Sensory Pellets
A rainbow assortment!
Colorful plastic pellets are a fun and safe alternative to sand, oatmeal, or rice
A perfect addition to your sensory tubs and tables and easy to sanitize
Pellets in a rainbow of mixed colors
5-lb. bag
Colorful plastic pellets are a fun and safe alternative to sand, oatmeal, or rice! A perfect addition to your sensory tubs and tables and easy to sanitize! 5-lb. bag of pellets in a rainbow of mixed colors. 







Sensory Sand Kit Over 3 Lbs of No Mess Magic Sand for Kids and Toddlers. Play sand for kids with no mess -- squeezable sand is fun for the whole family and foster creativity.
This set includes two packs of natural colored sand. All of the fun of a sand box, with no mess. Sensory sand is made of all natural materials. Molds easily into any shape and easy to clean up. This magic sand for kids does not dry out use again and again!
This magic sand kit is a great learning tool -- teach about shapes and help your little one hone their fine motor skills.

The perfect sand to go with any sand toys and sensory toys for toddlers and kids. 







This deluxe set comes with everything you need to bring home the beach without the mess! Every 32-piece set comes with 6 castle molds, 4 sets of number molds, 5 carving tools, 1 shovel, 1 hand pump, 1 inflatable sandbox, 3.3lbs of magic play sand and a durable carry bin for easy transport and storage.
Magic play sand is odor free, non-toxic, tasteless and safe for kids. Stimulate your children’s imagination and spark their creativity with engaging play time! Sensory play supports development of fine motor skills, concentration and cognitive thinking. 







Blue Colored Sand & Sea Animal Figurines, Sandbox Accessories for Sand Sensory Play
Kids can use their own Sand Tray or Sandbox to create an ocean paradise and immerse themselves into a world under the sea!
Our fine sand is NON TOXIC, dust free and will not stain. Our animal action figures are built tough, durable, lab tested and use 100% non-toxic plastic and dyes!

Sensory Play - With a mix of vivid colours and multitude of different textures this play set will excite the senses and inspire the imagination of any child. 







AnanBros 23 Pieces Beach Sand Toys Set, Sand Molds and Tools Kit Plus Sand Tray Mat
Create many variations of shapes and projects by using 18 molds and 5 tools! The project really holds the small details of the molds and would not fall off even you move it from here to there.
AnanBros sand molds and tools kit is compatible with all branded play sand. Include but not limited to cool sand, Magic sand, Brookstone, and other play sand.

Endless possibilities for loads of fun, the only limitation is your imagination!  







My First Crayola Fingerpaint Kit
With the My First Crayola Fingerpaint Kit, little artists can create works of art with washable fingerpaint that make it easy for children to unleash their imaginations and explore color mixing as they play. Give toddlers a tactile way to experience art with My First Crayola Fingerpaint Kit. Crayola Fingerpaint Promotes Learning My First Crayola Fingerpaint Kit is designed to enhance early childhood development by allowing kids to explore artistic techniques, tools, and materials as they create.








For mess-free creative time, Crayola Color Wonder Fingerpaint lets kids have the fun of painting without the mess. These clear, fast-drying gel paints appear as color only when applied to Color Wonder Paper, keeping furniture, walls, and carpets free of stains. The paints are smooth and easy to apply and come in five bright colors in a hand-shaped holder. In the center of the hand is a sponge that kids can use to clean fingers or change colors.
Mess-Free Finger Paint Won't Stain

There's no need to worry about accidents and messes on carpets, furniture, or walls with Crayola Color Wonder Fingerpaint. 







Melissa & Doug Seaside Sidekicks Sand-and-Water Sifting Funnel
Kids age two and up bring excitement, imagination, and movement to the beach or sandbox with this colorful sand and water funnel. Pour water or sand through this whimsical tower of sea creatures, then watch as the different layers funnel, tip, spin, and sift! The bright colors and sea creature decorations add to the fun, and the carry handle adds to the convenience. This toy encourages hands-on exploration and outdoor play and inspires creative fun in the sand and water.  










DISCLAIMER: I am not an Occupational Therapist. 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 gives you. These are just ideas and information 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 suggestions and informational purposes only. Each child is different and what works for one child may not for another because all children have different needs. Please always consult with a professional.

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