Teaching Children Compassion, Renewal, and the Meaning of Nowruz In late February of 2026, news reached the world that the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ school in Minab, Iran had been bombed, resulting in the tragic loss of more than 165 lives….
A Spring Activity to Honor Iranian Culture and Remember the Girls of Minab
Calming Strawberry Valentine’s Playdough
Make calming strawberry Valentine’s playdough. A sensory rich activity that supports emotional regulation, autonomy, and connection.
Spring Sensory Bin with Garden Treasures
Build a Spring Sensory Bin with Nature-Inspired Insect Exploration As the season turns and nature buzzes back to life, it’s the perfect time to bring spring indoors through sensory play. This spring sensory bin features lentils as the base, combined…
Planting a Sensory Herb Garden
“There’s something magical about dirt under the nails, sunlight on your cheeks, and the scent of lavender brushing your fingertips. For autistic children, a sensory herb garden offers more than just beauty—it becomes a living invitation to explore, regulate, and…
DIY Egg Carton Easter Basket
Easter celebrations can be joyful, meaningful, and deeply sensory—especially when we reimagine traditional crafts through the lens of play-based learning, child-led creativity, and emotional expression. This DIY Easter basket activity uses a six-count egg carton to create a small, sensory-friendly…
Five Spring Books That Spark Joy and Creativity in Neurodivergent Children
Discover the best spring books for autistic children—encourage curiosity, connection, and emotional growth through stories, sensory play, and artful learning.
