| Every child is born with enormous intellectual potential. | | | | before buying! |
| Parents and caregivers can help maximize this | | | | Age appropriateness: Sensory kits vary widely |
| potential by practicing sensory stimulation in the most | | | | according to the age for which their were developed. |
| important stage of brain development -- | | | | This is very important as the type of stimulation for |
| zero-to-three. | | | | babies is much different than the stimulation for |
| Sensory stimulation is defined as the impact the | | | | children. Be sure to purchase the kit that applies to |
| environment has on our minds and bodies as we | | | | your child’s age. |
| receive information through our five senses. Years of | | | | Clear instructions: Sensory stimulation can be difficult |
| research has proven that children who receive | | | | to follow with unclear directions or guidelines. Ideally, |
| adequate stimulation achieve higher I.Q. scores than | | | | you should look for a kit that includes a graphic guide |
| those who lack or receive improper stimulation. | | | | and clear instructions on how to perfom each |
| There are many sensory stimulation kits that promise | | | | sensory exercise. Remember that over-stimulation |
| to aid children in the development of their cognitive | | | | can be as harmful as the lack of stimulation. Be sure |
| skills. However, as with all products, one should | | | | to follow the technique as described. |
| carefully examine the contents and safety of these | | | | Fun: Fun is a keyword in sensory stimulation. Children |
| kits before purchasing. These tips will help you find | | | | and infants will benefit from this practice only if they |
| the most suitable kit for your child or infant: | | | | are able to sit through the exercises. Remember to |
| Safety: As with all infant products, sensory | | | | make sensory time an enjoyable experience by |
| stimulation kits must pass safety standards and | | | | selecting a kit that offers to stimulate more than |
| obtain and non-toxic certificate. This information | | | | three senses. The more senses involved, the easier it |
| should be displayed in the manufacturer’s | | | | will be for your child to become engaged. |
| product box or website. Be sure to look for this | | | | |