by Spectrum Sense | Apr 20, 2021 | Daily Life, Therapy
If you’re new to the autism world, you may be wondering what all the hype is about sensory play. Sure, we all know it’s fun, and there are benefits for all kinds of children and adults alike. But what’s so important about sensory play for kids with...
by Spectrum Sense | Jul 9, 2019 | Activities, Therapy
A Subscription Box for Kids with Autism Have you ever tried a subscription box service for yourself? They can be so much fun, because it’s the only way you can buy yourself a gift and still be surprised! Lately I have seen lots of kids subscription boxes popping...
by Spectrum Sense | May 14, 2019 | Daily Life, Therapy
How to Create a Simple Sensory Room on a Budget This is a question I get constantly! One of the best things we can do to help our kiddos on the spectrum is to meet their sensory needs on a daily basis. But most of us don’t have tons of money left over after all...
by Spectrum Sense | Mar 25, 2019 | Activities, Daily Life, Therapy
Proprioception is like your body’s sixth sense. No, we’re not talking about a Bruce Willis movie here – this is completely different. It’s the sense that helps you know how gently to pet your cat and tightly grip a screwdriver. It is...
by Spectrum Sense | Mar 11, 2019 | Daily Life, Therapy
Our sensory room started making SUCH a difference in my boys that I decided to make two more! Maybe our entire house will be one big sensory room one day, lol…but then again, maybe I’m going a little overboard with that! Hey, whatever calms the storm,...
by Spectrum Sense | Jun 6, 2018 | Therapy
15 Autism Therapy Tools for Under $25 My youngest was quiet for a few minutes, which is always a reason for worry around here…that boy is always into something! I sneaked upstairs to see what he was doing, and discovered that he had swiped my heating pad and was...