Sensory Solutions in the Classroom: The Teacher's Guide to Fidgeting, Inattention and Restlessness

Students who struggle with processing sensory input can benefit from understanding their symptoms and how they impact their learning. Teachers can use SPi glasses to recognize behaviors linked to sensory processing and respond quickly and easily, without using a diagnosis, medication, or therapy. Creating a sensory-supportive classroom is essential for all students, and this guide is an essential tool for teachers to better support and understand their students and their sensory needs.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 18 November 2021
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Every educator is familiar with the students who struggle to maintain balance on their chair legs or prefer to spend the entire day hidden in their hoodies. These students employ various techniques to stay focused, as they may be under- or overresponsive to sensory input and striving to restore their equilibrium.

Children who struggle with processing sensory input may exhibit a diverse range of symptoms, including heightened sensitivity to sound, sight, and touch, difficulties with fine motor skills, and a tendency to become easily distracted. By understanding these symptoms and their impact on learning, school staff can provide support for these students. This accessible and science-based guide aims to assist teachers in understanding these challenges and implementing effective strategies to support their students.

One approach teachers can take is to utilize so-called SPi glasses, which were introduced in the book. These glasses enable teachers to observe students in a different light, focusing on behaviors linked to sensory processing. By wearing these glasses, teachers can respond quickly, easily, and with greater understanding to students' sensory needs, without the need for a diagnosis, medication, or therapy. The techniques provided in this guide help children feel more settled and comfortable in school, enabling them to better engage in learning and communication.

In creating a sensory-supportive classroom environment, this guide offers valuable insights and practical strategies for teachers, regardless of their prior knowledge of sensory processing disorders (SPD). By understanding and addressing the sensory needs of their students, teachers can foster a more inclusive and supportive learning environment that benefits all students.

Weight: 402g
Dimension: 153 x 229 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781785926976