Every wonder what the importance of brain breaks are? Or the definition of sensory integration? Many students that special education teachers work with have sensory needs and occupational therapy as related services. Today, we are talking to Mackenzie Earl, an occupational therapist answering questions about sensory integration, collaboration, and activities to help with students who have sensory needs.

In this episode you will learn:

• What is a school-based occupational therapist?
• What is sensory integration?
• How to incorporate sensory strategies in the classroom
• How to collaborate with related service providers to meet students needs
• Sensory integration ideas for the home and school
• The importance of brain breaks

Additional Links and Resources

Sensory Integration Freebie

HWWT Notebook Paper

Connect with Mackenzie

Instagram: @therapy_kids

Website: www.therapykidsnc.com (coming soon)

Email: [email protected]

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Brain Break Movement Songs

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My Distance Learning Products

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