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Two of my kids struggle with sensory issues – but, even if your kids don’t… these are some great ideas for including your littles in the kitchen!
Use snack time to talk about textures… open up spice jars to let them experience all kids of new smells… but, my favorite is the suggestions for using a straw! If you have a child with sensory struggles, you probably have seen how ‘oral’ they can be. My oldest (who is now 12) still struggles with biting his shirt when things get intense for him… so many holes in his shirts. sigh. Using a straw is a great way to help ‘center’ themselves internally and satisfy this need for oral stimulation. One thing not listed in this article, however, is using a straw to eat jello! If you have boys they will LOVE the sounds this makes… super silly… and lots of fun.
Now excuse me while I go make jello…
Here is the link to this great article: http://creativewithkids.com/play-withyour-food/
Enjoy!
Jenni
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