These calming sensory activities for autism will help your child maintain focus and balance his or her sensory system which, in turn, makes it easier to teach your child new skills and have more quality interaction. There are many known benefits of sensory play for autistic children, therefore, it is essential to have a repertoire of calming sensory activities that you can count on to help your child calm down. These activities can be used at home or in the classroom with special needs learners.
23 Calming bottles you can make at home
Dancing
Jumping
Sensory communication workbook
Ice cream play dough mat (free printable)
Running
Bouncing on a trampoline (we love this one at my autism center, although this one is great if you have less room)
Make your very own gluten-free play dough
Fish bowl play dough mat (free printable)
Colorful socks play dough mat (free printable)
Gardening (read these tips to help make gardening with a child with autism educational and fun)
Which one of these calming sensory activities for autism are you going to try with your child today?
I created an entire workbook for you of printable activities that will help you build your child’s communication skills! Click here to go to the Sensory Communication Workbook.
More resources to help an overly active child calm down
Free Printable Sensory Break Cards for Kids with Autism
Classroom Calm Down Strategies for Kids with Autism
10 Calm Down Strategies for Autistic Children
What to do When Your Child Won’t Go to School (hint : it involves managing anxiety & visual support)
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