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Sensory Play Benefits

Why Does Sensory Play Matter?

Sensory play sparks curiosity and supports early learning by engaging children’s senses – touch, sight, sound, smell, and movement. It helps develop language, fine motor skills, and emotional regulation. For many children, especially those with disabilities, it also provides a calm, inclusive environment where they can explore at their own pace. And best of all? It fuels imagination, fosters independence, and encourages social interaction, laying the foundation for lifelong learning and well-being.

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Sensory Play Benefits

Evidence-Based Insights: 7 Recommendations for Sensory Play Panels

  1. Incorporate solo and small group activities to support different play styles.

  2. Include manipulative details that spark creativity and increase play duration.

  3. Design with open-ended themes to encourage make-believe play, social interaction, and collaborative problem solving.

  4. Add sensory-rich elements like sound, color, and texture to invite exploration and engagement.

  5. Feature responsive components that promote curiosity through cause-and-effect or rule-based games.

  6. Use transparent layouts with clearly defined play functions to support group play, especially for neurodiverse children.

  7. Ensure ground-level access with appropriate height and positioning, both within and on the periphery of the playground.

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