Raising A Sensory Smart Child

This practical non-fiction guide helps parents and caregivers understand sensory processing challenges and how to support everyday life. It centers on how the eight senses work together and what to do when they don’t, with a compassionate, problem-solving tone for families, educators, and clinicians navigating in-home and school settings. The content is presented in a clear, solution-focused format: accessible explanations of the eight senses, practical daily strategies for common hurdles—from brushing teeth to dressing for outings, to managing busy holiday gatherings—plus sensory diet activities designed for kids, teens, adults, and families. It also covers parenting tips for transitions and behavior, guidance for advocating at school to create sensory-smart environments, and thoughtful approaches to using technology in supportive, responsible ways. The book pairs real-world scenarios with straightforward language and actionable tools. Expect templates, checklists, and adaptable routines you can customize to your child’s needs, making it easier to turn understanding into everyday confidence and progress. - Clear explanations of how the eight senses work together and what happens when they don’t - Practical daily strategies for common challenges (dressing, hygiene, transitions, celebrations) - Sensory diet activities with adaptable ideas for kids, teens, adults, and families -