Multisensory Storytelling and Engagement Through the Senses Workshop 

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A 2-hour interactive Zoom workshop for educators, therapists, families, and anyone interested in supporting people through the senses 

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This practical session explores the power of sensory storytelling to promote communication, independence, and meaningful engagement for our learners.

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What We’ll Explore: 

• What is sensory storytelling? Who it’s for, why it matters, and how it supports inclusive, imaginative learning. 

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• The role of the eight senses. A dive into all eight senses exploring how each sensory cue becomes a bridge to communication, choice-making, and meaningful participation supporting agency, emotional safety, and differentiated access.  

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• Story props: Creative sourcing, practical, classroom-safe ideas for sensory props and how to build a basic sensory storytelling kit 

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• Accessibility and enhancing engagement: Guidance for adapting materials to suit learner needs and how sensory cues can support independence, choice-making, and curriculum-linked learning. 

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• Story facilitation and creative approaches to sensory storytelling Guiding Participation, creativity, and shared experience

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• Creating sensory stories and adapting books into sensory stories - Techniques for transforming narratives into inclusive, sensory-rich experiences. 

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• Group activity A collaborative task (applies to groups only not 1-1) 

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• Creating sensory spaces  - Ideas for creating immersive environments that invite participation. 

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Practical Details: 

• Format: Live via Zoom 

• Duration: 2 hours 

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What You’ll Need 

• A screen and microphone so we can chat and interact