Sensory Station Exploration

Name: ________________________
Date: ________________________

Instructions:

Welcome to the Sensory Stations! At each station, you will find different tools designed to help with various sensory needs. Your task is to explore each tool and reflect on how it makes you feel and how it might help you.

For each station:

1. Engage: Spend a few minutes trying out the tools at the station.
2. Observe: Pay attention to your body and mind. How do you feel while using the tool? What sensations do you notice?
3. Reflect & Record: Answer the questions below for each station.

Station 1: Fidget & Tactile Tools

Examples: Fidget spinners, stress balls, textured items, squishy toys

1. Describe the tools you explored at this station.
   
   
   
   

2. How did using these tools make you feel physically and mentally?
   
   
   
   

3. When might you use these types of tools (e.g., when focusing, feeling anxious, needing to keep hands busy)?
   
   
   
   

Station 2: Movement & Proprioceptive Tools

Examples: Resistance bands, small hand weights, balance disc, jumping rope, stretching exercises

1. Describe the tools/movements you explored at this station.
   
   
   
   

2. How did these movements/tools affect your energy levels and focus?
   
   
   
   

3. When might you use these types of movements or tools (e.g., when feeling restless, needing energy, or to calm down)?
   
   
   
   

Station 3: Auditory & Visual Tools

Examples: Noise-canceling headphones, calming music, visual timers, lava lamp, calming visualizers, weighted eye masks

1. Describe the tools you explored at this station.
   
   
   
   

2. How did these tools impact your senses of hearing and sight? Did they help you focus or relax?
   
   
   
   

3. When might you use these types of tools (e.g., when overwhelmed by noise, needing to concentrate, feeling overstimulated)?
   
   
   
   

My Top 3 Sensory Tools:

Based on your exploration, list the top three tools or techniques that you found most helpful or interesting. Explain why for each.

1. Tool/Technique: ________________________
   Why I liked it:
   
   
   
   
   
   

2. Tool/Technique: ________________________
   Why I liked it:
   
   
   
   
   
   

3. Tool/Technique: ________________________
   Why I liked it:
   
   
   
   
   
   

My Ideal Sensory Break Kit: Project Guide

Name: ________________________
Date: ________________________

Project Goal:

Design your own personalized Sensory Break Kit that includes tools and strategies specifically chosen to help you manage your sensory needs and optimize your focus and well-being. This project will help you apply what you learned about sensory input and sensory tools.

Project Components:

Your project should include the following:

1. Kit Design & Contents (Visual Representation)

Create a visual representation of your sensory break kit. This could be:

• A detailed drawing or sketch of your kit and its contents.
• A digital collage or presentation (e.g., Google Slides, Canva).
• A physical prototype or mock-up (optional).

Your kit should contain at least 5 different sensory tools.

2. Tool Description & Rationale

For each of the 5+ tools in your kit, provide a detailed description and explain why you chose it. Your rationale should address:

• Tool Name: What is it?
• Sensory Focus: Which sensory input does it address (e.g., tactile, auditory, movement, visual)?
• How it Helps: How specifically will this tool help you (e.g., calm down, focus, release energy, stay alert)? Provide specific examples.
• When to Use: In what situations or environments would you typically use this tool?

3. Personal Sensory Profile (Short Reflection)

Write a short paragraph (5-7 sentences) reflecting on your own sensory needs. Consider:

• Are you generally seeking more sensory input or less? (e.g., do you like loud music or quiet spaces? Do you enjoy fidgeting or prefer stillness?)
• What situations tend to overwhelm your senses or make you restless?
• How does your kit address these personal sensory preferences and challenges?

4. Kit Name & Packaging Concept

Give your sensory kit a creative and meaningful name. Briefly describe what your kit container or packaging would look like and why (e.g., a small portable pouch for discretion, a colorful box for easy access at home).

Presentation (Optional, but encouraged):

Be prepared to briefly share your kit design and rationale with the class or a small group.

Due Date:

[Teacher to fill in due date]

Assessment:

This project will be assessed using the Sensory Kit Design Rubric. Make sure to review the rubric carefully as you work on your design!

Sensory Kit Design Rubric

Student Name: ________________________
Project: My Ideal Sensory Break Kit
Date: ________________________

Total Score: ________ / 20

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