Excellerations® Sensory Products for the Classroom

Excellerations® Sensory products are commonly used in classrooms to create a calming and stimulating sensory environment. Products such as the Excellerations® Sensory Stress & Squeeze Ball Set and the Excellerations® Orb Squeeze Balls – Set of 12 help students manage stress and anxiety, providing a tactile outlet that promotes focus and calm. These items are versatile; they assist with building hand strength and dexterity, offer sensory stimulation, and are ideal for children of all ages including those with special needs. Sensory tools like these are perfect for creating “calm down” corners in classrooms, giving students a designated space to regulate their emotions and re-center themselves.

When purchasing Excellerations® Sensory products for classroom use, teachers should consider the specific sensory needs of their students. It’s important to look at the variety and types of sensory experiences each product offers. For instance, the Excellerations® Sensory Stress & Squeeze Ball Set includes different shapes and textures like stars, balls, hearts, and egg-shaped stress balls, providing varied tactile feedback. Additionally, teachers should assess the safety and durability of the products, ensuring they meet safety standards and accommodate active classroom environments. Evaluating how these tools integrate with current calming strategies and the ease of use for both individual and group activities is also crucial.

Students can utilize Excellerations® Sensory products in numerous ways within a school setting. Products like the Excellerations® earlySTEM™ Visual Tracking Sensory Tubes can aid in developing observational skills by encouraging students to explore different visual and auditory stimuli. The Excellerations® Super Sensory Beanbags offer a tactile experience that supports social-emotional learning, allowing students to engage in cooperative play while enhancing their sensory perception. These tools not only serve as stress relievers but also as aids in various learning activities, from improving hand-eye coordination and muscle strength to supporting social interaction and emotional regulation within the classroom environment.