Heading back to school can be very overwhelming and overstimulating for autistic learners. But there are some tricks and tools to make it easier!
Create calm mornings, confident transitions, and a sensory-safe start to school for autistic kids and neurodivergent students with this sensory prep guide.
1. Transitions are tough, especially for kids with sensory sensitivities
Make mornings smoother with:
- An earlier wake up time: rushing and being stressed about being late only adds to overstimulation and anxiety. Slow it down and leave plenty of time!
- Use a visual schedule for the morning and whole day: work through each task with visuals to help break it down and reduce frustration. Go over the schedule for the day to reduce anxiety about what is to come.
- Sensory activities: help them start the day as regulated as possible. From swinging to heavy work to squeezes and compression, there is a lot that can be done at home to help them start the day off right.
- Supportive sensory tools & clothing: ensure they have the tools they need to succeed right on them from the bus or drive to school to learning in the classroom and beyond!
2. Sensory-friendly clothing can help reduce meltdowns, anxiety, & overwhelm
Dysregulating and painful clothing can lower their tolerance for other sensory experiences (demands, lights, noises, etc)
- Painful tags and bothersome seams
- Restrictive or rough feeling fabric
- Irritating metal details (zippers, snaps, etc.)
- Frustrating designs that impede independence
Sensory Friendly Clothing Options
With Built in Sensory Tools!
Tagless. Discrete Regulation.
Adjustable Compression T-shirt
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- Adjustable for all day calm
- Supports focus and regulation
- Immediate input whenever needed
QuietSense Sensory Hoodie
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- Sound Reducing Hood to reduce overwhelm
- Optional Eye Mask for a full sensory break on the go
- Magnetic Closure for indepence
3. Sensory Prep CheckList
Tips, tools, and ideas to make your mornings easier as a parent, and your child's day calmer and more success. Getting ready for Back to School with an autistic child can be overwhelming, but having a list can reduce that by helping you think through what you need!
Get your copy here!
- Ideal for neurodivergent kids
- Pairs perfectly with our back to school bundle
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This School Prep Guide is everything to consider for all stages of the day when it comes to sensory needs, sensory regulation, and meeting the needs of neurodivergent kids/ students.