Listen, look, feel, taste, smell! Sensory input surrounds us. Just as intellectual abilities vary from child to child, sensory processing abilities also vary widely. Some children with a sensory integration disorder are unable to tune out all the information their bodies perceive, while others are unable to perceive some of the information that they need to do their schoolwork. For example, the noise of the heater distracts Cathy and she misses the homework assignment. Brittany's legs and arms feel like they have to move—she can't focus on her reading.
Occupational Therapists and Adaptive P.E. Instructors help to incorporate techniques for the child to use in both school and home settings. This unique approach is geared toward serving young children in an inclusive environment with a transdisciplinary approach. The sensorimotor sessions are planned to provide experiences to stimulate and integrate the underlying sensory systems in the human body, which incorporate activities and experiences using motor, cognitive, communication and social skills to enhance learning.
- SECOND STEP ~ A Violence Prevention Curriculum
Create the best environment for learning: a respectful, peaceful classroom. The SECOND STEP program for Grades 1–5 can help your students develop strong bonds to school, solve problems without anger, and treat others with compassion. These social skills support academics and form the foundation for happy, healthy kids who succeed.
Backed by research, the SECOND STEP program is loved by teachers and kids worldwide because it's fun and it works. Scripted lesson cards (PDF) and DVDs lead to thought-provoking role plays, engrossing discussions, and positive results in your classroom.
Program resources:
Parent take-home letters
Implementation and evaluation (PDF)
Evaluation tools
Academic alignment charts
Book lists for resources
Scope and sequence (PDF)
Success stories
Review of research (PDF)
Alignment with PBIS Program information packet