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Calling all “sensational” learners! Step into a world of imagination and wonder as we embark on an enchanting journey through thrilling adventures, delightful fairy tales, or cherished storybook gems. Join me for a celebration of creativity and connection!  

During story time, it’s all about comfort and expression. Encourage your learner to cozy up with a plushie or a fidget—these companions are here for their delight and reassurance. Learners can sit, stand, or even wiggle as they soak in the story. Mics will be muted during story time, so learners are free to be noisy, without causing distraction.

When we transition to art time, your learners will get to unleash their creativity! I’ll be demonstrating how to roll, stretch, and shape air dry clay or playdough, and introduce some fun tools to encourage fine motor skill development. Our clay project will echo the enchanting tale we just explored, but learners are free to create anything they can imagine! Remember, it’s not about perfection; it’s about the joy of the process. 

We will engage in a short clean-up session, guided with care. 

Sensory-seekers will revel in the squishing and shaping of playdough or clay, a true feast for their senses! And for sensory-avoiders who prefer a milder experience, rest assured that both gluten-free playdough and air-dry clay are excellent alternatives to traditional playdough. They are less sticky than most options and they do not get flaky with use. See the handout in the welcome post for a gluten free playdough recipe and tips to support sensory-avoiders. 

This interactive experience will foster social skills by creating a safe space for self-expression. Feeling secure and valued are the precursors of confidence and independence.  Learners will have opportunities to practice taking turns, sharing their ideas, and celebrating each others’ progress. Guided clean up will gradually develop learners’ sense of responsibility to their home environment and care for their belongings. 

Let your learners explore at their own pace, and rest easy knowing that every step forward is a victory to be celebrated! Come join us for this extraordinary journey of discovery, connection, and creativity!

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Tags: creativity, imagination, story telling, Sensory Processing Disorder, ADHD/neurodivergent friendly, air dry clay, playdough, gluten-free, preschool, social skills

Supplies: gf playdough or air dry clay, dedicated markers, playdough tools

Schedule: (You do NOT need to have any of the books)

Tuesday 10/15 
If You Give a Mouse a Cookie by Laura Numeroff

Thursday 10/17 
If You Take a Mouse to School by Laura Numeroff

Tuesday 10/22 
Mouse’s First Day of School by Lauren Thompson

Thursday 10/24 
Kindergarten Diary by Antoinette Portis

Tuesday 10/29 
Princess Super Kitty by Antoinette Portis

Thursday 10/31 
Go Away Big Green Monster by Ed Emberley

NO CLASS TUESDAY 11/5

Thursday 11/7 
How Are You Peeling? Foods With Moods by Saxton Freymann

Tuesday 11/12 
The Little Mouse, The Red Ripe Strawberry and The Big Hungry Bear by Don and Audrey Wood

Thursday 11/14 
Giraffes Can’t Dance by Giles Andreae 

Tuesday 11/19 
Where’s My Mom? by Julia Donaldson

Thursday 11/21 
Is Your Mama a Llama? by Deborah Guarino

NO CLASS TUESDAY 11/26 
NO CLASS THURSDAY 11/28

Tuesday 12/3 
It’s Not Easy Being a Bunny by Marilyn Sadler

Thursday 12/5 
Things That Are Most in the World by Judi Barrett

Tuesday 12/10 
Little Quack by Lauren Thompson

Thursday 12/12 
Duck and Goose by Tad Hills

Tuesday 12/17 
The Squiggle by Carole Lexa Schaefer

Thursday 12/19 
Dragon Dancing by Carole Lexa Schaefer