Everyday Games for Sensory Processing Disorder: 100 Playful Activities to Empower Children with Sensory Differences

I have always wanted to be a fun mom. It doesn't seem to come naturally to me and this book has really helped me be that type of mom- all while working on their sensory issues! We have had so much fun with this book! I am so sad I did not have this book when my children were younger! It has been a great resource to fill those moments when the kids are wiggly and full of energy but we don't have a lot of time. Most of the games do not require any set up and if they require any supplies they are every day items (a blanket, a bean bag). My Kids bring this book to me now and ask me to play with them. My son (6) said "Is that the book where you get the fun?" I also love the simplistic illustrations and the organization of the book. It is laid out by sense so: touch, taste, hearing and also things like balance, gross motor, and fine motor. The games have quick, clear instructions and lots of them have fun alterations for different ages and little rhymes to chant while playing (which my kids love). Each game has a suggested age range but I haven't found a game my kids couldn't do or didn't enjoy (ages 4 and 6).

You can't see me, but I'm nodding "yes, yes, great resource". Many of these games are fairly simple, which is actually great because you can remember them on a whim and actually execute being able to play them. I LOVE how the sections are organized by sensory process and how "ages" are flagged. It's cute, well written, and engaging. The thing I couldn't tell you for sure is what actually "it does". It will specifically say "this exercise is great if your child is a nonlistener", but I haven't been doing the exercises long enough (or consistently enough, for that matter) to know if it actually (significantly) changes the behavior. All around though, it encourages a connection with your child in a way that is interesting to them, which is basically a can't miss. Good resource for parents of kids with SPD or I'd say anyone with kids, really!

I ordered this book for my grand kids. They love the games in here and continously want to play them. So many different games. Definitely worth the price for the book.

I received this product for free in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.As an OT, I am always looking for new ideas for my kids and their families, and this book fits the bill. It provides a nice overview of SPD, followed by 100 games to play that are appropriate for kids with sensory processing dysfunction and even their typically developing siblings. When I saw the pages on playing with food, I knew Barbara Sher’s ideas would be perfect for several of my patients!This book seems to be focused toward families more than therapists, and I like how it can grow with their child from early intervention up through the elementary school years, keeping everyone happy and regulated.

As a parent of two kids with suspected Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), I love this book! The introduction was an overview for me but it was great for explaining SPD to my husband in a way he could quickly and easily understand. (He has ADD and would not read a full book on SPD. The overview provided just the right about of information!) I was most excited for the games. The book provides options for games to increase sensory process broken down by sensory issue and age. There are even ways to adapt certain games for older children. The games in this book will be played often in our house! I received this product for free in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.

A very nice book with a quality cover and pages. The font makes it easy to read. Part one includes a brief description of SPD, the most common sensory issues, and why it is important to play games at home. The great games i part two are very well organized. They are organized by games for sight, touch, balance, taste, smell, movement, sound, gross motor skills, fine motor skills, and social skills. Every game includes a suggested age range for the game and some games have suggested modifications for older children. All supplies can be found in the house are very inexpensive to purchase.I have been given this book in exchange for my honest review.

Good reference book

I recieved this book in exchange for an unbiased and fair review.Having two children that have SPD but in completely different areas, I loved how this book broke the areas down in sections. The book is very easy to follow and understand. It has allowed me to better understand my kids and what it feels like for them, as I don't have SPD it can be frustrating working with them because I just don't get it. This book not only explains it to me in a very easy way but also has given me the tools to work with them in their different areas of difficulty. The kids are enjoying the games we have tried so far and we look forward to trying more.

Fantastic book. Highly recommend. Structured cleverly, easy to read and contains some really great activity suggestions.

My daughter has SPD it was a very helpful book with alot of her therapy and to know what she does or doesnt have

Every parent must read this book. It has wonderful games to help kids learn and develop. Major trouble for the kids with autism spectrum disorder is their sensory issues. This book has various games and parents can read, understand their child's need accordingly and work everyday to help kids come out of sensory issues.

I found this is easy to read and understand and have used the games in my work effectively.

Excellent ideas