Sensory Solutions 1 - Calming Tools

The Sensory Solutions 1 - Calming Tools kit brings together a carefully selected range of beautifully crafted resources designed to support mindfulness, emotional regulation, and fine motor development in children. With calming textures, nature-inspired designs, and thoughtfully designed tactile experiences, this kit provides educators, therapists, and families with tools to create moments of peace, focus, and wellbeing. From tracing boards that promote mindful breathing, to weighted comfort companions and sensory fidgets, each element has been chosen to gently soothe the nervous system, reduce sensory overwhelm, and provide a safe, supportive outlet for emotional expression. This versatile set is ideal for use in classrooms, therapy sessions, sensory corners, or at home, offering both individual and group calming activities that enhance emotional resilience and motor skills.

Contents

• 4 x Mindfulness Tracing Boards (Slow Snail, Friendly Fish, Cheerful Sunflower, Gentle Butterfly)
• 1 x Wooden Hand Massager (5.5cm diameter, solid beech wood)
• 4 x Playlearn Textured Squeeze Shapes (soft but firm tactile fidgets)
• 1 x Lakeshore Breathing Board (wooden board with grooved pathway)
• 6 x Feel Calm Rollers (stone and resin, nature-inspired patterns)
• 1 x Elizabeth Richards Weighted Cuddly Elephant (1.8kg, 44cm)

Educational Benefits

• Supports emotional wellbeing and mindfulness through calming, sensory-focused activities.
• Enhances fine motor development, hand strength, and pre-writing skills.
• Promotes self-regulation and focus, reducing sensory overwhelm and stress.
• Encourages social interaction, group mindfulness, and collaborative play.

Classroom Ideas

• Create a mindfulness station where children can choose a tool during transitions or after active play.
• Incorporate tracing boards into writing readiness activities to develop finger strength and pencil grip.
• Use breathing boards during circle time to guide group relaxation and calming routines.
• Introduce calm rollers in art sessions, allowing children to create tactile textures while engaging in soothing sensory play.

Safety & Information

• Ages: 2+ years (individual items vary: Breathing Board 3-6 years, Weighted Elephant 3+ years).
• Measurements: Weighted Elephant 44cm, 1.8kg; Hand Massager 5.5cm diameter; other items vary by design.
• Materials: Beechwood, resin/stone, soft fabrics, and tactile safe materials.
• Adult supervision recommended. Ensure weighted and small items are used appropriately.
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