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    Must-Haves for a Classroom Discovery Sensory Space

    Before creating a sensory space in the classroom or at home, consider the goals you have for the space. A discovery sensory space is like a calming sensory space, but the tools and solutions focus on encouraging the exploration of different textures and spaces.

    Sensory Spaces in the Classroom

    Sensory spaces serve as an outlet for students when they feel overwhelmed or overstimulated. It’s a place where they can find tools and solutions that provide specific sensory input, which may help them self-regulate and calm.

    Read More: Creating a Focused Studying Sensory Space

    Tools & Solutions for a Discovery Sensory Space

    These ideas for tools and solutions could help you to create an engaging and useful Discovery Sensory Space in your classroom or home. Give your young learners tools they can use to organize and work through sensory processing challenges. Some students are sensory over-responders, so they may need practice on reducing sensory overload with touch (tactile defensives). Others are sensory under-responders who may need tools that provide extra sight, sound, or touch input to maximize learning.

    No matter the challenge or need, a Discovery Space gives the opportunity for all learners to explore additional sensory input in a fun and safe manner.

    textured sensory squares
    Educational Insights Teachable Touchables Texture Squares, Set of 20
    textured sensory fidgets
    Abilitations Textured Sensory MudBall Fidgets, Set of 3
    bubble tube light
    Bubble Tube Light, 3 Feet Tall
    finger strengthener
    Abilitations GumFun Finger Strengthener
    color changing light cube
    Roylco Educational Color Changing Light Cube
    cube sensory spot with mirror reflection
    Childcraft Reflection Cozy Cube
    sensory oozing tubes
    TickiT Sensory Ooze Tubes, Assorted Colors, Set of 3
    reading canopy for sensory room
    Abilitations Reading Canopy, 7-7/8 Feet Long, Green & White

    More Sensory Tools and Inspiration

    Looking for more ways to engage and aid your student as they learn? Check out our Sensory Spaces page to see what’s new! Also, take a look at all the sensory processing solutions from School Specialty. We have hundreds of useful tools and resources for different age groups and sensory needs.

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