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Supporting Sensory Processing Needs in the Early Childhood Classroom (400%)
12/03/2022 08:30 AM - 11:30 AM CT
Admission
- Free
Location
Blanke Building United 4 Children
1310 Papin St
St. Louis, MO 63103
United States of America
Room Number: Upstairs U4C Conference Room
1310 Papin St
St. Louis, MO 63103
United States of America
Room Number: Upstairs U4C Conference Room
Summary
IN PERSON-We know that young children learn by exploring the world around them with their senses. It is important for caregivers to plan activities that encourage exploration with touch, sight, hearing, taste and smell. For some children, this processing of sensory information may be 'out of balance'. These children have difficulty organizing, prioritizing, and adapting to the wide variety of sensory input they receive, and these challenges can interfere with the ability to learn from and interact with their environment, peers and adults. This session will provide an overview of the three basic types of sensory processing disorders: sensory seekers, sensory avoiders, and sensory under-responders. This session will also explore ways to create a 'sensory aware' learning environment that is responsive to a wide range of needs and abilities.
Description
Presented By: Amber Simino-Woolfolk
Objectives:
Participants will learn about typical sensory integration in children. Participants will identify basic behavioral 'red flags' for sensory processing disorder. Participants will begin to explore strategies to enhance the sensory integration of all children.
Core Competencies:
2.1.2.a - Provides an interesting, secure, and inclusive environment to encourage play, exploration, and learning across the developmental domains.
2.1.3.a - Creates environments and learning experiences to value, affirm, and respect diverse needs and abilities.
2.2.3.b - Identifies the importance of sensory integration and its impact on learning.
CDAs:
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