Sensory Processing - OTPlan

Laundry Basket Sailboat

OTPlan — Tue, 19 May 2026 17:36:05 +0000

This activity is a fun way to get your child moving while building their core and arm strength. By sitting in a basket and pushing themselves, they learn how to coordinate their upper body to create movement. It also helps them understand how their body moves in space. Your little sailor will have a blast navigating across the floor on their own power!

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The Foil Pan Bead Scoop

OTPlan — Fri, 15 May 2026 14:03:45 +0000

This activity helps your toddler practice controlling their hand movements. By scooping beads from water, they build the steady hand needed for self-feeding. It also introduces them to different textures and colors in a fun, watery way.

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The Musical Ribbon Shaker

OTPlan — Thu, 14 May 2026 17:36:06 +0000

This activity introduces your toddler to rhythm and sound. By helping them fill the plates with beans, you are working on their pincer grasp. Shaking the instrument builds shoulder strength and body awareness. It is a fun way to practice following simple directions while making music together!

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Sticky Stocking Treasure Walk

OTPlan — Mon, 11 May 2026 02:26:27 +0000

This activity is a blast for little ones learning to balance. By putting tape on their feet, we turn their bodies into magnets. They will need to focus on where they step to catch the colorful treasures. This builds great body awareness and leg strength. Plus, it gives them fun sensory feedback as they feel the sticky tape pull against the floor. It is a wonderful way to practice standing on one leg for a split second!

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The Hidden Meadow Rescue

OTPlan — Sat, 09 May 2026 05:08:42 +0000

This activity is a great way to help your little one learn how to use both hands at the same time. By lifting the paper grass and grabbing a hidden toy, they build important coordination skills. It also feels exciting to search for treasures! Touching the crinkly paper and hard buttons gives them a variety of sensory experiences. Finding the hidden bugs is a simple game that keeps toddlers curious and focused. It is an easy setup that makes learning feel like a fun backyard adventure.

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The Cardboard Box Texture Tunnel

OTPlan — Mon, 04 May 2026 17:35:45 +0000

This fun tunnel helps your child explore different feelings on their skin. Crawling through the box builds core strength and improves how they plan their movements. It is a great way to introduce new sensations in a safe and playful home environment. Your toddler will love the surprise of the soft and bumpy walls as they move along.

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The Static Magic Paper Lift

OTPlan — Sat, 02 May 2026 15:47:33 +0000

This activity uses the fun of static electricity to work on fine motor control and sensory exploration. Tearing the tissue paper into tiny pieces helps develop the small muscles in the fingers. Moving the balloon carefully to pick up and drop the paper requires steady hands and good eye-hand coordination. It also provides a unique sensory experience as the paper jumps to the balloon!

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Balloon Powered Foil Boat

OTPlan — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:42:15 +0000

This exciting activity introduces your child to the power of air and movement. Building the boat requires careful bilateral hand use and coordination. It also works on mouth muscles as they blow to inflate the balloon. Your child will love seeing how their hard work creates motion!

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The Silent Bubble Walk

OTPlan — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 14:53:45 +0000

This activity focuses on body control and sensory processing. By wrapping bubble wrap around their shins, children get loud noise feedback. The goal is to walk without making a 'pop.' This requires very slow and deliberate movements. It helps children develop better body awareness over time. It also encourages emotional regulation as they try to stay calm. This is a great game for building focus and patience.

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Baking Cup Hidden Bubble Pops

OTPlan — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:08:54 +0000

This activity is a fantastic way to help your child develop finger isolation and control. By reaching into the small cups, your child practices precision while getting a fun sensory pop as a reward. This builds the strength needed for buttons and zippers later on.

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