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Sensory Development in Early Childhood

Sensory play includes any activity that stimulates a young child's senses: touch, smell, taste, movement, balance, sight and hearing. Sensory activities facilitate exploration and naturally encourage children to use scientific processes while they play, create, investigate and explore.

 

Resources for Sensory Development

Play statement by naeyc.org

The Simple Guide to Sensory Development in Early Childhood

Why Sensory Play is Important for Development