Dear Santa Sensory Story & Adaptation into a Christmas Play | SEND & PMLD

Bring the magic of Christmas to life through the senses!
 
Join Johnny as he creates his Christmas wish list for Santa, discovering festive surprises, playful experiences and seasonal magic along the way. This enchanting sensory story offers festive sensory experiences with meaningful opportunities for participation.
 
From Sensory Story to Christmas Performance!
This resource includes practical guidance for adapting Dear Santa into an inclusive classroom Christmas play or performance, creating opportunities for learners of all ages and abilities to take part.
 
With flexible stage directions, sensory participation ideas and adaptable roles, every learner can be included in a way that reflects their individual needs, interests and abilities.
 
Created for use across PMLD and SEND provision, inclusive classrooms, specialist settings, home learning and sensory learning environments, this resource combines sensory storytelling, creative activities and inclusive performance opportunities.
 
Rooted in a commitment to accessibility, meaningful communication and sensory inclusion, each experience encourages exploration, anticipation, choice-making, communication, and meaningful participation.
 
For Practitioners
Clear, full sensory story facilitation guidance
Core and Activity-Specific Learning & Engagement Outcomes
Grab-and-go Story & Resources at a Glance infographic
Save time with printable templates and supporting resources
Guidance for adapting the sensory story into an inclusive Christmas play
Flexible stage directions, adaptable roles and participation ideas
Sensory Safety & Access guidance
 
For Learners
Explore Christmas through a Rhyming Sensory Story
Create a Christmas Wish List
Discover Festive Surprises through Sensory Exploration
Explore Matching and Early Literacy Activities
Participate in an Inclusive Christmas Performance
Enjoy Creative Christmas Storytelling Activities