Identifying Sensory Strengths and Needs

Observing and recording a child or young person’s responses to sensory input is essential before introducing supports and strategies. 

‘Building Bridges through Sensory Integration’ is an excellent book for parents and educational professionals, which includes a range of sensory processing checklists.  The authors have now made the checklists available as free downloads. You can select which ones are most relevant for the child or young person you are observing, but the screening checklist would be a good starting point.

This sensory audit from the Autism Education Trust is to help Early Years Professionals to assess and create an environment that enables the participation of all children.

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