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Sensory Adventure

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Lesson Plan

Sensory Adventure

Sensory tools to calm down

In this lesson, kindergarteners will explore various sensory tools through a fun and interactive game. The goal is to help students understand how these tools can be used to calm down and manage emotions. This lesson is important as it introduces young learners to self-regulation techniques in a playful manner, fostering emotional awareness and resilience.

Audience

Kindergarteners

Time

15 minutes

Approach

Game-Based Learning

Materials

Sensory tools (e.g., stress balls, fidget spinners, calming jars), and Printable Sensory Tool Cards

Step 1

Introduction

2 minutes

  • Gather students in a circle.
  • Briefly explain that today they will learn about special tools that can help them feel calm and happy.

Step 2

Sensory Tool Exploration

8 minutes

  • Introduce each sensory tool one by one (e.g., stress balls, fidget spinners, calming jars).
  • Allow students to touch and explore each tool.
  • Discuss how each tool can help them feel calm.

Step 3

Sensory Tool Game

3 minutes

  • Distribute the Printable Sensory Tool Cards to each student.
  • Play a matching game where students match the card to the actual sensory tool.
  • Encourage students to share how they feel when using each tool.

Step 4

Closure

2 minutes

  • Gather students back in a circle.
  • Ask students to share which tool they liked the most and why.
  • Reinforce the idea that these tools can help them feel better when they are upset or anxious.
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Worksheet

Printable Sensory Tool Cards

These cards are used for a matching game to help students identify and learn about different sensory tools.




Stress Ball







Fidget Spinner







Calming Jar




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