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A Year of Monthly Themed Sensory Bins
Seasonal Activities, Sensory Play, Early Intervention, Early Childhood Development Alison Hanlon, MOT, OTR/L Seasonal Activities, Sensory Play, Early Intervention, Early Childhood Development Alison Hanlon, MOT, OTR/L

A Year of Monthly Themed Sensory Bins

This month-by-month guide shares choke-free, themed sensory bin ideas for toddlers ages 2–3. Each theme includes Early Intervention skill targets to support fine motor, sensory processing, play skills, early language, and regulation at home.

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🍂 Fall Sensory Play Ideas for Toddlers: Embracing the Crunch, Squish, and Squirm
Parent Education, Seasonal Activities, Sensory Processing Alison Hanlon, MOT, OTR/L Parent Education, Seasonal Activities, Sensory Processing Alison Hanlon, MOT, OTR/L

🍂 Fall Sensory Play Ideas for Toddlers: Embracing the Crunch, Squish, and Squirm

Fall is the perfect time to explore new textures, sounds, and smells with your toddler! From crunchy leaf piles to the squishy insides of a pumpkin, every experience can build sensory confidence… even for kids who are a little unsure at first. Learn simple ways to adapt seasonal play to your child’s comfort level with these OT-approved ideas.

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