Embrace the warm weather and get in the spirit with these Sensory Crafts for Autism: Spring Edition!
In this round-up of links from all across the web, we bring you the best Sensory Crafts for Autism that have spring flair. Think flowers, spring rain, soft creatures and bugs rememerging, and lots of sunshine! These 5 crafts will be the perfect way to embrace the changing seasons.
Sensory play is a beneficial type of developmental play for all children. But for autistic kids, it plays a uniquely valuable role. Children with autism experience heightened sensations. They often have strong reactions, positive or negative, to different sensations like touch, sound, smell, taste, and sight. By exposing your child to a variety of materials, you are giving them the opportunity to practice processing their senses, and then integrate them effectively.
In addition, crafts are a great opportunity for you and your child to practice communication and socialization skills. Work together with your child on the project; give them instructions and see how they respond. Conversely, pay attention to how your child is reacting to the sensory materials you’re using. Ask them if they like the texture you’re working with, or how they feel about the way something smells.
You and your child will find that spending time with sensory crafts will encourage sensory integration skills, enhance your relationship, and hopefully provide a soothing, stress-releasing outlet for both of you. Enjoy these Sensory Crafts for Autism!
Rain Sticks by Happy Hooligans
This delightful craft teaches you how to make a rainstick (that sounds like real rain!) using simple supplies like a paper towel roll, tin foil, and beads or rice. You can then decorate your rain stick to your heart’s content using glue, tissue paper, and stickers! At the end of your craft, you’ll have a charming homemade tool that can provide soothing sounds rain or shine.
Paper Plate Snail by This N That with Olivia
This adorable paper plate snail will fill your heart with glee! Transform an ordinary paper plate into an extraordinary new friend. Though this craft advises using beads, which will give your craft dimension and provide a great opportunity to practice using fine motor skills, it can be customized. Experiment using your child’s favorite materials to decorate your snail’s shell.
Coffee Filter Butterflies by Beyond the Playroom
This classic craft is not only adorable, it gives kids the opportunity to practice mixing colors! Start by drawing with markers on two ordinary coffee filters. Then, using a spray bottle or pipettes, wet your coffee filters and watch the colors bleed into a beautiful design. Finish off with a clothespin and bring your butterfly to life!
Spring Sensory Garden Bin by Jessica Etcetcera
Bring the joys of gardening inside with this customizable sensory bin by Jessica Etcertcera. Parents rejoice: since this garden uses dried garbanzo beans and fake flowers – it is completely mess free! Get out your garden tools and practice playing pretend garden.
Egg Carton Flowers by iHeartArtsnCrafts
Reuse any paper egg cartons left over from Easter to make these precious egg carton flowers. Using materials around the house like craft paint, paper straws, and a button, you can transform ordinary objects into a wonderful craft for spring.
We hope you enjoyed this roundup of Sensory Crafts for Autism! Happy Spring from ABA, LLC!
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