Enjoy a multisensory Christmas with FREE resources. Join Johnny as he writes his letter to Santa with this fully resourced, step-by-step multisensory story. Watch the workshop recording for a story walk-through, adapt the story into a play/performance.
'Dear Santa' Sensory Story
Join our character as they explore their wish list to Santa with this festive sensory story that can be enjoyed by sensory learners of all ages.
This comprehensive teaching pack which includes ‘Dear Santa’, a fully resourced, step by step multisensory story, and themed, sensory ideas and activities, is aimed at supporting the five areas of the engagement model, creativity, independence, building communication skills, and supporting other areas of learning linking to curriculum subjects and topics.
Ideal for students (aged 3-19) following pre-formal/sensory, semi-formal or formal pathways, EYFS, Year 1, SALT and EAL students in special and mainstream education.
'Dear Santa' Multisensory Story
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Organising Story props and Resources
Story Props and Resources Checklist
How to Tell a Multisensory Story
Dear Santa - A Fully Resourced Multisensory Story
Christmas Themed Listening Activities
Christmas Sensory Bag
40 Festive Activity Ideas
The Sleigh Ride - A Guided Relaxation Adventure
A multisensory story is told using sensory stimuli (props).The story props are low budget, everyday items found around the home, garden, outdoor areas and in the classroom.
What are the Benefits of Multisensory Storytelling?
Storytelling creates a bond between the storyteller and the story explorer enhancing and enriching experiences.
Multisensory Stories connect the individual to literature, culture, history and topic in a fun and engaging way.
The stories form a base on which to scaffold learning enabling the student to work on personal goals and individual targets.
The activities in the stories are designed to promote:
Initiation and sensory exploration.
Communication skills: anticipation, eye contact, listening, shared attention, and language development.
Self-confidence and well-being: trying out new ideas, and skills, persistence.
Practicing self-care, independence and enjoying achievement.
Self-awareness: asking for ‘help’, ‘again’ and ‘more’.
Opportunities to explore cause & effect and build anticipation skills.
Physical Development.
Engagement in scientific experimentation and mathematical concepts.
Development of social & emotional skills: turn-taking & sharing, teamwork.
The sensory stimuli (story props) are a tool for the story explorer to explore and express their likes, dislikes, and sensory preferences and to have the opportunity to make choices.
Watch the video of the 'Dear Santa' workshop for a story walk-through.
Dear Santa...
I am writing my letter early this year
As you get lots of mail from children I hear
I've tried really hard everyday to be good
To share and be kind...just as you should!
Here's a list of things I would like
Play-Doh, bubbles, a bell for my trike
A toy car, a boat and a jet plane
Track for my station, a very fast train
A shaker, tambourine, and a loud drum
A Tuff Tray slime, now that would be fun!
A new physio ball, my old one's gone flat
And for my trike, a shiny hard hat
Chocolate coins to suck and chew
A Christmas cracker to pull with you
A Koosh, a torch, bright lights for my tent
I will make good use, it will be money well spent
Mum says I should write for my sister who's two
Bring her a doll and a shape sorter too
I will look for you Santa, high in the sky
I'll leave you some milk and a tasty mince pie
I must go now as it's getting quite late
Thank you, Dear Santa,
Johnny (Age 8)
Dedicated to my Dear Dad who wrote the original poem this is based on
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Resources & Teaching Packs
Fully resourced, step-by-step multisensory stories linking individuals to literature, culture, history & topic through the senses.
Each resource includes themed, sensory activities aimed at promoting communication skills, independence and areas of learning.
FULL LIST OF TITLES
The Seasons Collection
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter
The Weather (Free resource)
January 2024 Almanac
Christmas
Dear Santa (Free resource)
Dear Santa Adapting into a Play (Free resource)
Culture & Celebrations Collection
A Train Ride Through India
Burns Night
Chinese New Year
Halloween
Holi
St Patricks Day
History
The King's Coronation
The Queen's Jubilee (Free resource)
The Romans
Life Skills
Jobs and Work Experience
Maths
Shapes - A Multisensory Exploration (includes 130 shape themed, sensory activities)
Reference
Listen - An A-Z of Sensory Inspiration to Stimulate the Auditory System
Sensory Resources for Sensory Learners (800+ ideas)
Self-Care
The Dentist (Free resource)
Washing Hands (Free resource)
Topic/Theme
Airports & Airplanes
Elephants
Journey into Space
Minibeasts
Superheroes
The Beach
The Farm
The Rainforest
Traditional Tales Collection
The Gingerbread Man
Goldilocks
Jack & the Beanstalk
Little Red Riding Hood
The Three Little Pigs
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To gain unlimited access to all resources to view online, download and/or print out PLUS free mini training sessions throughout the year
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Health & Safety Advice & Disclaimer
Please Read Before Engaging in any of the Activities
The author has used their best efforts in preparing the information on this website and makes no representation or warranties with respect to the accuracy, applicability, fitness or completeness to the contents.
The information is for pleasure purposes only.
If you wish to apply any ideas and activities contained in this blog, on the website or in any of the multisensory stories or resources, you are wholly responsible and take full responsibility for your actions.
The activities are designed to be led and supervised by a responsible adult at all times.
A Note on Allergies/Intolerances
If you have any doubts regarding any activity or prop used, then seek advice before starting.
Be aware of potential choking hazards.
Check the ingredients in any items you may be using for any potential food or skin allergies or respiratory reactions. If you see any signs of redness, swelling or other symptoms of a suspected reaction seek immediate medical advice.
The interactions should be led by the sensory explorer who should be allowed to participate without expectation.
Never force stimuli and stop the activity if the story explorer shows signs that they are not enjoying the session.
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