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Easter Ideas for Your Sensory Kid
If you have a sensory kid, you know that holidays can be a little bit overwhelming for them. All of the extra excitement, more people in your home, heading to new places, and taking part in large activities can be a lot for a child who has a sensory processing disorder. If you have a sensory kid, we have some great ideas to help make Easter fun. Keep reading to see our favorite Easter ideas for sensory kids, including a few sensory toys that will make their Easter basket special!What is a Sensory Kid?
Sensory processing disorder (SPD) is a condition that affects how your brain processes sensory information (stimuli). Sensory information includes things you see, hear, smell, taste, or touch. SPD can affect all of your senses or just one. SPD usually means you’re overly sensitive to stimuli that others are not. But the disorder can cause the opposite effect, too. In these cases, it takes more stimuli to impact you. On the other hand, lack of sensory input can impact your social and emotional health. For example, hearing loss has been shown to increase the risk of developing dementia because it causes social isolation and depression. (source: Familydoctor.org )
Here are some common symptoms that your child may be a sensory-seeker:
- Unable to sit still
- Closely observes others
- Picks at fingers
- Takes risks, like jumping off of high places, or comes off as “brave” at the playground
- Needs to touch everything
Symptoms of sensory-avoiders include:
- Does not like affection, hugs, or kisses
- Easily startled
- Does not like bright lights or sounds
- Expresses that their clothes are uncomfortable
- Panics when people are too close
- Focuses on random background noises
Great Easter Gifts for Sensory Kids
Sensory Bubble Play Skin Happy Botanical Bubbles & Blower Set
This bubble solution and blower set is the PERFECT Easter gift for sensory kids!
This sensory bubble toy gives tons of bubbles without the mess or soapy, gooey residue. Perfect for sensory play, learning, bubble therapy, the classroom, birthday parties, special events, and more, this uniquely designed bubble system is non-toxic, calming, and worry-free for parents. Made with plant extracts, coconut oil, and purified water, this bubble toy is easy on sensitive skin.
If your toddler loves bubbles, but you hate the mess and constantly dipping a wand into a messy jug, you’ll love how simple, easy, and mess-free this bubble blower is! Simply pour bubble solution into the tray, dip, and twirl the blower, and start blowing bubbles!
High-Quality, Classroom-Friendly Fidget Toys
Fidget toys have been clinically proven to help children with attention and anxiety issues stay focused and calm. Innobaby has an entire line of super cute and fun fidget toys, perfect for the Easter basket or even as Easter Egg stuffers!
The SPIKE Fij-it™, Spike Balls, and Spike pencil topper and gripper are mess-free and quiet, making them ideal for the classroom. They feature durable and soft spikes that provide tactile stimulation for Kinesthetic learners.
For even more tactile fun, squeeze two Fij-it toys together and enjoy the satisfaction of peeling them apart. Keep your Spike Ball in your pocket or backpack and stick it on top of your pencil for even more sensory feedback.
Made from 100% Silicone, SPIKE Fij-it™ toys are hypoallergenic and non-toxic, as well as BPA, phthalate, latex and odor-free. The best part? The naturally antibacterial silicone material is easy to clean and can be sterilized for deep cleaning after a long day of fidget fun!
Easter Sensory Bin
Our Easter Sensory Bin is meticulously crafted in South Korea with care, utilizing premium food-grade silicone to ensure top-notch quality and provide ultimate therapeutic relief. Unlike other sensory fidgets that may be gooey, sticky, or noisy, ours is uniquely designed to cater to even the pickiest sensory seekers' needs, offering an unparalleled therapeutic experience.
Our brush's thoughtful design promotes relaxation and comfort, providing tactile stimulation or soothing sensory input as desired. Whether you're seeking tactile stimulation or soothing sensory input, our brush is designed to meet your needs effectively.
Made from 100% Silicone, our sensory brushes are non-toxic and free of BPA, phthalate, latex, and odor.
What's in the box?
- (1) Silicone Sensory Brush / Fish
- (6) Silicone Sensory Ball
- (1) Stick on holder
- (2) Easter Eggs
- (1) Clear bin with lid
Easter Sensory Activities
Here are some great Easter activities you can set up to keep your sensory kid calm, entertained, and happy throughout the busy day!
Calming Sensory Bottle
Inspired by Laughing Kids Learn, all you need is a small plastic test tube bottle (or similar), sequins, Easter-themed erasers, glitter (optional), clear dish soap, and super glue. Fill up the bottle with everything except the super glue—use that to glue the lid on. Watch as your kiddo enjoys shaking up the sensory bottle and getting all its great calming effects.
Easter-Themed Rice Bin
Rice sensory bins are so much fun for sensory kids! All you need is a large bin, fill it with rice, and add in Easter-themed items such as carrots, bunnies, open Easter Eggs, and more! Set up an egg carton for the kids to place their finds and maybe toss in a few pieces of candy, too!
Easter Egg Water Play
Water play is a favorite among sensory seekers! Fill up a bin with water and let your little one go to town with Easter-themed items. Make sure they have lots of open Easter Eggs to pour water around with, and even add in some food coloring to make it extra fun.
For more sensory kid tips and high-quality family products, visit us at Innobaby.com!