Sensory Seating - Why is there a wobble cushion in my classroom?
Sensory seating is often recommended for children who fidget, rock and move about in their seat. In this post I explore how to use it safely.| GriffinOT
Sensory seating is often recommended for children who fidget, rock and move about in their seat. In this post I explore how to use it safely.| GriffinOT
Have you ever wondered why there are wobble cushions in your classroom? Or how to use them properly? Click here and let GriffinOT help.| GriffinOT
Sensory processing issues are very common in autistic children and adults. Kim explains what sensory issues might look like and how to help.| GriffinOT
In this interview, Becky reflects on how she has used our sensory processing training to support learners in her classroom.| GriffinOT
Sensory overload is a term which describes the experience an individual may have when they receive too much sensory information.| GriffinOT
Chewing on clothing, collars, toys, pencils and other objects is a commonly reported sensory symptom. Kim gives gives ideas to help.| GriffinOT
Arousal is important to support attention and focus. In this post GriffinOT explores how sensory processing impacts arousal and attention.| GriffinOT
Kim explains the steps and stages you need to consider when helping children with poor interocpetive awareness.| GriffinOT
Sensory strategies are supports and equipment which are used to help change a child's level arousal. They could include weighted blankets.| GriffinOT
Interoception refers to all of the the sensory messages we receive from inside our body. It supports self-regulation, attention and learning.| GriffinOT
Touch pressure can be provided by hugs, massagers, brushes and squashing. Kim explores why it helps and precautions to follow.| GriffinOT
A sensory diet is commonly used tool, but do you know how to use them successfully? OT Kim Griffin gives some tips for sensory diet success.| GriffinOT
Sensory movement breaks are a helpful way to help children to be ready learn. OT Kim Griffin explores how to use them successfully.| GriffinOT
Occupational therapist Kim Griffin explores how to embed sensory strategies into your classroom for children with sensory differences.| GriffinOT
This post explores oral sensory seeking behaviours and reasons why older children might continue to put things in their mouth.| GriffinOT
The term ‘heavy work,’ is frequently mentioned in books and advice for children with SPD and/or ASD, here GriffinOT explores what it is.| GriffinOT
GriffinOT explores common signs and symptoms of dyspraxia, including personal perspectives and the process of assessment and diganosis.| GriffinOT
