This comprehensive teaching pack includes ‘Elephants’, a fully resourced, step by step multisensory story, a case study, plus themed, sensory ideas, and activities aimed at supporting the five areas of the engagement model, creativity, independence, building communication skills, and supporting other areas of learning linking to curriculum subjects and topics. Perfect for students (aged 3-19) following pre-formal/sensory, semi-formal or formal pathways, and EYFS to Year 1 students in mainstream education. Elephants Teaching Pack Table of Contents The Benefits of Multisensory Storytelling Getting Organised How to Tell a Multisensory Story Using Sound Effects Story Props Checklist ‘The Elephant’ - A Fully Resourced, Step-by-step Multisensory Story ‘Who am I?’ Choose Board Elephant Themed Sensory Bag Create an Elephant Sensory Pathway Sensory Elephant Dung Elephant Sensory Bin Sensory Mud Elephant Handprints Create an Elephant Sensory Wall Display Sensory Art: ‘Wise Old Elephant’ Sensory Craft: ‘Los Elefantes’ Salvador Dali Ganesh Artwork Elephant Memory Game Case Study Promoting Literacy Skills World Elephant Day Elephant Scissor Skills Worksheet Measuring Elephants Worksheet

Sensory Resources for Sensory Learners is an A-Z resource of everyday items with fun activity ideas that can be used to support sensory engagement, learning opportunities, and promote independence and communication skills. Over 700+ activity ideas Over 100+ ideas for multisensory storytelling props. The activities are a foundation on which to scaffold learning, to work on personal targets and goals and promote: Cognitive development. Communication skills: eye contact, listening, shared attention and language development. Creativity. Development of social skills: turn-taking, listening to others’ ideas, sharing and teamwork. Engagement in scientific investigation. Fine and gross motor skills. Hand-eye coordination. Opportunities for individuals to explore and express their likes, dislikes, and sensory preferences and to understand the world around them. Opportunities to explore cause & effect and build anticipation skills. Problem solving skills. Self-awareness: asking for ‘more’, ‘help’ ‘again’, making choices and rejections. Trying out new ideas and skills, practicing self-care, independence and enjoying achievement.

Join our explorer on their adventures as s/he explores the sights, sounds, smells, tastes, and textures of The Amazon Rainforest with this fully resourced, step-by-step multisensory story/teaching resource plus sensory, rainforest themed activities! This is a very special resource as all the artwork has been contributed by autistic artists from Manaus in the Amazon Basin and other regions of Brazil. TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Galeria Aut Denise Teperine The Benefits of Multisensory Storytelling How to tell a Multisensory Story Story Props/Resources Checklist The Rainforest Full Story The Rainforest Fully Resourced, Step-by-Step Multisensory Story Rainforest Sensory Art Henry Rosseau Rainforest Leaves ‘Eterno Amor’ ‘Amazonia’ ‘Arvore da Vida’ ‘Tribes of the Amazon’ The Sensory Rainforest Rainforest Slime Recipe Rainforest Sensory Mud Recipe Rainforest Crafts Rainforest Leaves Foil Embossed Greetings Card Rainforest Leaves Wax Picture D & T Design a Rainforest Home Leafcutters Planet Earth Rainforest in a Bottle Starry Night in a Bottle Snappy Caiman Counting Crocodiles D & T Healthy Eating The World Around Us Planting Beans Will it Grow? Tree Seeds Rainforest Products Rainforest Compost Growing Potatoes from Peelings The World Around Us - Creatures of the Amazon Creatures of the Amazon Through the Senses Endangered Species Animal Tracks The Spider’s Larder Rainforest PE Rainforest Adventure Obstacle Course Rainforest Science - The Role of the Rainforest Oxygen The Water Cycle Make a Rain Guage Erosion Decay Rainforest Science The Power of the Sun Experiment The Ice Caps Experiment Water Pollution Experiment Greenhouse Gas Experiment Culture & Tradition - The Tribes of the Amazon The Achuar Tribe The Yanomami Tribe The Huaorani Tribe The Kayapo Tribe The Mascho Piro Tribe The Matses Tribe Music Make a Rainmaker The Sounds of the Rainforest Role Play Can you Survive a Night in the Rainforest?

‘The Farm’ - A Multisensory Story plus 101 Farm Themed Extension Activities! Explore the sights, sounds, smells, tastes, and textures of the farm with this fully resourced, step-by-step multisensory story with 101 farm themed, sensory extension activities. Table of Contents How to tell a Multisensory Story The Benefits of Multisensory Storytelling Story Props/Resources Checklist The Farm Full Story The Farm Fully Resourced, step-by-step Multisensory Story Farmyard Art The Sensory Cow Farming Culture & Celebrations Around the World D & T D & T Food Technology & Healthy Eating Trips, Visits & Enrichment Activities Traditional Farming Methods Farming History: Children on the Victorian Farm Farm Themed Literacy Farm Themed Mathematics Farm Themed Counting Songs & Activities Farm Themed Sorting Activities Farm Themed Mathematics (Weights & Measures) Farmyard PE Farmyard Yoga Plants & Life Cycles Role Play Farm Safety Farmyard Science The Sensory Farm The Sensory Farm Classroom Wall Display Spotlight on…Fairfield School, Batley, Yorkshire Farmyard Small World Play Understanding the World Farm Animals Amazing Facts About Farm Animals

Explore the sights, sounds, smells, tastes and textures of summer with this fully resourced, step-by-step multisensory story/teaching resource plus 101 sensory, summer themed activities! Table of Contents: About the Artist The Benefits of Multisensory Storytelling How to Tell a Multisensory Story Story Props Checklist Summer Full Poem/Story Summer Senses Summer Nature Nature’s Art Room Independent Skills - Task Boxes Life Skills Summer Safety Bubbles & Sand Dough Summer Sounds Summer Role Play D & T Summer Food Understanding the World D & T The Summer Garden Outdoor Learning Pebble Painting Summer Maths Summer P.E Culture - Traditional Clothing Summer Festivals Around the World Summer Science Summer Plants & Life Cycles Butterflies Spotlight on…Hebden Green School Sensory Art ‘Sparrow’s sensory Sun’ Sensory Art - ‘Barn Owls Summer Exploration’ Sensory Art- ‘Starlings We’re all Going on a Summer Holiday’ What are the Benefits of Multisensory Storytelling? Storytelling creates a bond between the storyteller and the story explorer enhancing and enriching experiences. Rhyming Multisensory Stories connect the individual to literature, culture and topic in a fun and engaging way. The stories form a base on which to scaffold learning enabling the student to work on personal goals and individual targets. The activities in the stories are designed to promote communication skills: (eye contact, listening, shared attention & language development), self-confidence & well-being (trying out new ideas & skills, practicing self-care & independence and enjoying achievement), self-awareness: (asking for ‘help’, ‘again’ and ‘more’), present opportunities to explore cause & effect and build anticipation skills, promote physical development: (fine & gross motor skills), build knowledge about the environment & the world around us, to engage in scientific experimentation and mathematical concepts and to develop social & emotional skills: (turn-taking & sharing and teamwork). The sensory stimuli (story props) are a tool for the story explorer to explore and express their likes, dislikes and sensory preferences and to have the opportunity to make choices. This information can be used to identify motivators or items to calm and individual when anxious, tired or stressed, identify triggers, (some you may wish to avoid, others to work on building tolerance through desensitisation in a safe and therapeutic environment) and used in the writing of care plans to enhance areas daily life. Your questions, queries, comments and feedback are always welcome. Thank you for looking:)

Celebrate the magic and colour of the festival of Holi with this fully resourced, step-by-step multisensory story. A multisensory story is told using sensory stimuli (props). The story props are low budget, everyday items found around the home, garden, outdoor areas and in the classroom. This story includes themed, sensory extension activities that link to the EYFS Framework and areas of the KS1 National Curriculum making them the perfect resource for Special Education (aged 3-19) EYFS, Mainstream Primary, Speech & Language and EAL students. What are the Benefits of Multisensory Storytelling? Storytelling creates a bond between the storyteller and the story explorer enhancing and enriching experiences. Rhyming Multisensory Stories connect the individual to literature, culture and topic in a fun and engaging way. The stories form a base on which to scaffold learning enabling the student to work on personal goals and individual targets. The activities in the stories are designed to promote communication skills: (eye contact, listening, shared attention & language development), self-confidence & well-being (trying out new ideas & skills, practicing self-care & independence and enjoying achievement), self-awareness: (asking for ‘help’, ‘again’ and ‘more’), present opportunities to explore cause & effect and build anticipation skills, promote physical development: (fine & gross motor skills), build knowledge about the environment & the world around us, to engage in scientific experimentation and mathematical concepts and to develop social & emotional skills: (turn-taking & sharing and teamwork). The sensory stimuli (story props) are a tool for the story explorer to explore and express their likes, dislikes and sensory preferences and to have the opportunity to make choices. This information can be used to identify motivators or items to calm and individual when anxious, tired or stressed, identify triggers, (some you may wish to avoid, others to work on building tolerance through desensitisation in a safe and therapeutic environment) and used in the writing of care plans to enhance areas daily life. TABLE OF CONTENTS Prepare to Celebrate (Gathering Story Props) How to Tell a Multisensory Story Holi Full Poem Story Delivery Ideas Holi- A Multisensory Exploration Skills and areas of Learning Promoted During the Multisensory Storytelling Session Holi Themed Sensory Bag Holi Themed Sensory Pot Pourri Bag Holi Themed Sensory Umbrella Holi Themed Sensory Tent Holi Themed Sensory Bin Using Dyes and Food Colouring to Colour Sensory Bin Fillers Holi Themed Listening Game Indian Music Sensory Paint How to Make Powdered Chalk Taste Safe Powder Paint Balloon Splatter Art Activity Primary Colour Mixing Ziplock Activity Fi Let’s Make…Holi Powder Paint Jackson Pollock Themed Art Scented Paint Paint Bombs & Cinnamon Stick Painting Paint Splatter Picture Colour Sorting Thandai Recipe Holi Ideas & Inspiration Q & A

Explore the sights, sounds, smells and textures of spring with this fully resourced, step by step multisensory exploration/teaching guide. A multisensory story is told using sensory stimuli (props). The story props are low budget, everyday items found around the home, garden, outdoor areas and in the classroom. This story includes themed, sensory extension activities that link to the EYFS Framework and areas of the KS1 National Curriculum making them the perfect resource for Special Education (aged 3-19) EYFS, Mainstream Primary, Speech & Language and EAL students. Table of Contents Introduction The Benefits of Multisensory Storytelling How to tell a Multisensory Story Story Props Checklist ‘Spring’ Full Story ‘Spring’ Fully Resourced, Step-by-Step Multisensory Story Spring Pond Sensory Bin Let’s Explore…Lambs Bee Seed Balls Nest Building Make a Bird Nesting Material Holder Chocolate Bird Nests Flower Colour Changing Experiment Spring Weather Box & Sensory Clothes Exploration Spring Nature Walk Bottle Animals Herb Sock Animal Cress Shapes Mini Greenhouse Nature’s Art Room Spring Weaving Spring Clean Your Classroom Make Your Own Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products Spring Ancient Beliefs - Egypt & The Roman Empire Spring Ancient Beliefs - Shemu Spring Ancient Beliefs - Anglo Saxons Spring Ancient Beliefs - Ancient Greece & Maya Mayan Equinox Sensory Bin Spring Festivals Around the World - Holi Spring Festivals Around the World - Marzanna (Poland) Spring Festivals Around the World - Cimburijada (Bosnia) Spring Festivals Around the World - Las Fallas (Valencia Spain) Spring Festivals Around the World - Cherry Blossom Festival (Japan) Spring Festivals Around the World - Nowruz (Iran) Spring Sensory Ideas & Inspiration

Explore the sights, sounds, smells, tastes and textures of Winter with this fully resourced, step by step multisensory story ‘I woke up this morning and to my delight A carpet of snow had fell in the night I put on my gloves, scarf and a hat And followed the tracks of a bird and a cat’ A multisensory story is told using sensory stimuli (props). The story props are low budget, everyday items found around the home, garden, outdoor areas and in the classroom. Table of Contents Introduction Health & Safety The Benefits of Multisensory Storytelling How to tell a Multisensory Story Story Props Winter- Full Story Winter- Fully Resourced, Step-by Step Story Sensory Snow Winter Themed Sensory Bin Winter Clothes Exploration Frozen Nature Blocks Expanding Water Experiment Feed the Birds Let’s Explore…Robins Winter Sensory Walk Magic Marshmallows Make a Snow Globe Snowmen Snowflakes Rainbow ice Sculpture Frozen Winter Flower Globe Winter Food Tasting Snowflake Decorations Winter Sensory Ideas & Inspiration This story includes over 50 themed, sensory extension activities that link to the EYFS Framework and areas of the KS1 National Curriculum making them the perfect resource for Special Education (aged 3-19) EYFS, Mainstream Primary, Speech & Language and EAL students. What are the Benefits of Multisensory Storytelling? Storytelling creates a bond between the storyteller and the story explorer enhancing and enriching experiences. Rhyming Multisensory Stories connect the individual to literature, culture and topic in a fun and engaging way. The stories form a base on which to scaffold learning enabling the student to work on personal goals and individual targets. The activities in the stories are designed to promote communication skills: (eye contact, listening, shared attention & language development), self-confidence & well-being (trying out new ideas & skills, practicing self-care & independence and enjoying achievement), self-awareness: (asking for ‘help’, ‘again’ and ‘more’), present opportunities to explore cause & effect and build anticipation skills, promote physical development: (fine & gross motor skills), build knowledge about the environment & the world around us, to engage in scientific experimentation and mathematical concepts and to develop social & emotional skills: (turn-taking & sharing and teamwork). The sensory stimuli (story props) are a tool for the story explorer to explore and express their likes, dislikes and sensory preferences and to have the opportunity to make choices. This information can be used to identify motivators or items to calm and individual when anxious, tired or stressed, identify triggers, (some you may wish to avoid, others to work on building tolerance through desensitisation in a safe and therapeutic environment) and used in the writing of care plans to enhance areas daily life. Your questions, queries, comments and feedback are always welcome!

Explore the sights, sounds, smells and textures of Autumn with this fully resourced, step by step multisensory exploration. A multisensory story is told using sensory stimuli (props). The story props are low budget, everyday items found around the home, garden, outdoor areas and in the classroom. This story includes themed, sensory extension activities that link to the EYFS Framework and areas of the KS1 National Curriculum making them the perfect resource for Special Education (aged 3-19) EYFS, Mainstream Primary, Speech & Language and EAL students. What are the Benefits of Multisensory Storytelling? Storytelling creates a bond between the storyteller and the story explorer enhancing and enriching experiences. Rhyming Multisensory Stories connect the individual to literature, culture and topic in a fun and engaging way. The stories form a base on which to scaffold learning enabling the student to work on personal goals and individual targets. The activities in the stories are designed to promote communication skills: (eye contact, listening, shared attention & language development), self-confidence & well-being (trying out new ideas & skills, practicing self-care & independence and enjoying achievement), self-awareness: (asking for ‘help’, ‘again’ and ‘more’), present opportunities to explore cause & effect and build anticipation skills, promote physical development: (fine & gross motor skills), build knowledge about the environment & the world around us, to engage in scientific experimentation and mathematical concepts and to develop social & emotional skills: (turn-taking & sharing and teamwork). The sensory stimuli (story props) are a tool for the story explorer to explore and express their likes, dislikes and sensory preferences and to have the opportunity to make choices. This information can be used to identify motivators or items to calm and individual when anxious, tired or stressed, identify triggers, (some you may wish to avoid, others to work on building tolerance through desensitisation in a safe and therapeutic environment) and used in the writing of care plans to enhance areas daily life. Table of Contents Introduction Story Props Checklist How to Tell a Multisensory Story Autumn Full Story Autumn Fully Resourced, Rhyming Multisensory Story Autumn Themed Sensory Bin Let’s Explore…Dormice Let’s Explore…Hedgehogs Autumn Sensory Walk Autumn Food Tasting Make a Bug Hotel Autumn Leaves Craft Activity The Colours of Autumn The Sensory Scarecrow 40 Autumn Ideas & Inspiration Your questions, queries, comments and feedback are always welcome!

Listen - A - Z Sensory Ideas and Inspiration This is a complete reference guide for Parents/Carers, Early Years and Special Education Professionals. Our senses are constantly bombarded with stimuli in our busy lives. To a young child or an individual with special educational needs and disabilities this sensory overload can sometimes cause them to ‘switch-off’. Focusing on individual sounds provides the opportunity to concentrate on the sense of hearing alone helping the sensory explorer to make sense of their environment. Other benefits of focusing on the sense of hearing are teaching sound discrimination, promoting the development of language, communication skills and increasing attention span. This comprehensive guide explores fun and engaging sensory ways of stimulating the sense of hearing. The A-Z of sounds is divided into the following categories: Animals, Transport, Musical Instruments & Home. It also includes fun, motivating sensory themed extension activities. This resource is suitable for working with curious preschoolers to teenagers with complex needs. TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Listening Games Sound Effect & Audio Clip Libraries Make Your Own Sound Effects How to Play a Listening Game Ideas for Themed Listening Games Guided Relaxation Animal Sounds Building Vocabulary Listening Walks Stimulate the Auditory System Guide to Using the A-Z Resource A-Z Resource Sounds to Alert us and Keep us Safe

A fully, resourced, step-by-step rhyming multisensory exploration of the seaside plus themed sensory extension activities. This resource is aimed at connecting young children and individuals with special educational needs (aged 3-19) with literature, topic and culture in a way that is meaningful to their lives. Table of Contents: Sourcing Story Props (low budget items found around the home/classroom) How to Tell a Multisensory Story The Beach - A Fully Resourced Rhyming Multisensory Story Story Map Seaside Sounds How to Make a Seaside Sensory Bag How to Make a Seaside Sensory Bin Sand Play How to Make a Seaside Sensory Bottle Sandy Footsteps Textured Sinking Sand & Sea Salt Scrub Beachcombing Art Seashell Rubbings & Sand Art Seaside Shop Role Play Seaside Ideas and Activities Rhyming Multisensory Stories connect individuals with special educational needs & disabilities (aged 3-19) to literature, culture and topic in a way that is meaningful to their lives. A multisensory story is told through the senses using sensory stimuli (story props). The props are low budget, everyday items found around the home. This story is fully resourced and its easy to follow, step-by-step format makes it accessible for Parents/Carers as well as Teaching Staff, Speech & Language Therapists, Childminders, Play Therapists and anyone with an interest in storytelling in a fun and engaging way! The story is adapted to meet a range of abilities from curious primary school aged children to adolescents with complex needs. The rhythm and rhyme promotes communication skills (listening & attention, anticipation, turn-taking and making choices) and builds comprehension and understanding skills. The themed, sensory extension activities link to areas of the curriculum. Format: Full Colour eBook in PDF format