Sensory Break Ideas Poster | Sensory Choices for Self-Regulation
This sensory break ideas poster helps students choose something that makes their body feel just right. Six sensory categories make it a practical sensory poster for autism support, OT-informed classrooms, and calm corners.
What's on the Poster
- Deep Pressure: hug a pillow, weighted blanket, wall push-ups, self-hug
- Tactile: putty, slime, kinetic sand, textured items, sensory bin, fidget
- Movement: rock in a chair, march in place, animal walks, hallway walk
- Auditory: calming music, noise-canceling headphones, white noise, quiet corner
- Visual: sensory bottle, dim light, calming pictures, visual timer
- Oral Motor: chew gum if allowed, chew necklace, sip through a straw, blow bubbles
How It Helps
- Organized by sensory system, which helps adults match breaks to student needs.
- Offers a wide range of options for different sensory profiles.
- Supports sensory diets and break plans written into IEPs.
Ways to Use It
Hang it in a calm down corner, beside the classroom door, or in a resource room or counseling office so it is in view when students need it. It also works as a visual support written into IEP or BIP plans, and as a reference at home.
Who It's For
Special education teachers, general education teachers, school counselors, therapists, and parents supporting children who need help managing emotions, including autistic students and students with ADHD.
Format
High-resolution PDF and PNG, print-ready. 1 poster. Instant download.