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Simmons, Karen; Miller, Lucy Jane – Exceptional Parent, 2008
Sensory processing refers to the way the brain takes incoming sensory messages, converts them into meaningful messages, then makes a response. If the responses are disorganized or inappropriate given the sensory input, sensory processing disorder (SPD) may co-exist with autism. If a child has an occasional atypical response to sensation, he or she…
Descriptors: Sensory Integration, Autism, Occupational Therapy, Cognitive Processes
Berkey, Sybil M. – Brookes Publishing Company, 2009
Because sensorimotor and environmental factors have a profound effect on children's learning, every teacher should know how to weave strategies from occupational therapy (OT) into their everyday instruction. This is the guidebook K-3 teachers need to "think like an OT"--and form effective partnerships with OTs in their schools--so all students can…
Descriptors: Occupational Therapy, Primary Education, Psychomotor Skills, Writing Skills