WHAT IS A SENSORY BREAK?
What is a SENSORY BREAK?
A sensory break involves taking a break from seated learning activities or sedentary activities. This allows the child to take a break and gain the sensory input they need in their bodies to stay alert, on task and focused. A sensory break is beneficial to all learners, but especially to those individuals with disorders such as ADD/ADHD, SPD or autism. Sensory breaks allow the child to rest, decompress and get blood flowing back into the brain so that it can rest and reset.
Research suggests younger children (3-9 year old) should take a sensory break every 15 minutes (older children should take a sensory break every 45 minutes). Some quick and easy sensory break ideas include jumping jacks, skipping, running, yoga, fidget toys, chewing on gum, wall pushes, and listening to music.
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References:
Ford-Lanza, A. (2017). How to Make Sensory Breaks Work in the Classroom. Retrieved from https://harkla.co/blogs/special-needs/sensory-breaks-classroom