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, by Marrianne Parkes Sensory Tools for Waiting Rooms (Doctors, Therapists and Appointments Without the Stress)
Waiting rooms can be overwhelming for sensory-sensitive kids. Try these practical sensory tools and strategies for calmer doctor and therapy appointments.
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, by Marrianne Parkes School-Friendly Sensory Tools for Kids (What Actually Works in Real Classrooms)
Looking for school-friendly sensory tools that won’t distract the class? Here are practical, teacher-approved options for focus, calm and regulation.
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, by Marrianne Parkes Sensory Tools for Kids Who Melt Down After School (A Gentle Reset Routine)
After-school meltdowns are common for sensory-sensitive kids. Learn a simple reset routine and the sensory tools that can help your child decompress at home.
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, by Marrianne Parkes Sensory Tools OTs Recommend for School Readiness (Practical Supports for Starting Big School)
Preparing for school? Here are OT-friendly sensory tools and routines that support regulation, focus and transitions for kids starting kindy or big school.
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, by Marrianne Parkes Sensory Tools for Adults at Work (Discreet Supports for Focus, Stress and Meetings)
Looking for sensory tools for adults at work? Try discreet supports for focus, stress, and meetings, plus simple ways to reduce sensory overload in the...
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, by Marrianne Parkes Sensory Tools for Haircuts and Grooming (Helping Kids Tolerate Touch, Noise and Change)
Haircuts and grooming can be overwhelming for sensory-sensitive kids. Try these practical sensory tools and routines to make haircuts, brushing and nail trims easier.
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, by Marrianne Parkes Sensory Tools for Kids Who Struggle With Transitions (Leaving, Starting, Switching Tasks)
Transitions can be a major trigger for neurodivergent kids. Here are practical sensory tools and routines to help with leaving, starting and switching tasks.
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, by Marrianne Parkes Sensory Tools for Aged Care (Comfort Supports for Anxiety, Restlessness and Dementia)
Looking for sensory tools for aged care? Explore gentle, practical supports for anxiety, restlessness and dementia that can help residents feel calmer and safer.
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, by Marrianne Parkes Sensory Tools Teachers Can Keep in the Classroom (Low-Prep, Low-Noise Ideas)
Looking for classroom-friendly sensory tools? Here are low-prep, low-noise options teachers can use to support focus, calm and regulation without disrupting learning.
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, by Marrianne Parkes Sensory Tools for Toddlers and Preschoolers (Simple, Safe Supports for Big Days)
Looking for sensory tools for toddlers and preschoolers? Here are simple, safe ways to support big feelings, transitions and busy days at home, childcare and...
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, by Marrianne Parkes Sensory Tools for School Refusal (Gentle Supports for Mornings That Feel Impossible)
School refusal is often anxiety + overwhelm. Here are practical sensory tools and routines that can support kids who struggle to get to school, without...
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, by Marrianne Parkes Sensory Tools for Transitions (Leaving the House, Switching Tasks, and Handling Change)
Transitions can be a major trigger for overwhelm. Here are practical sensory tools and routines that help kids handle change, switch tasks, and leave the...
Sensory Tools for Transitions (Leaving the House, Switching Tasks, and Handling Change)