7 Awesome Books to Read for Raising a Sensory Kid

Over a decade ago, I was bringing my sensory kid to OT and making our house into a mini OT center.

Sensory issues weren’t as well known as they are today.

I don’t know where I would have been without the great books and resources that literally paved the road for me.

I must have read the Out of Sync Child and the Out of Sync Child has Fun, I don’t know, a dozen times.

Always looking for knew ideas and a new understanding of any given behavior.

Since then there’s been a slew of books out on the subject.

Check these out and see which one calls to you.

The Out-of-Sync Child: Recognizing and Coping with Sensory Processing Disorder, Carol Kranowitz

From The Out-of-Sync Child Series, this revised edition explains Sensory Processing Disorder and provides an all-natural approach that can be used by parents.

If your child exhibits over- or under-responsiveness to touch, sounds, taste, or smell; craves certain sensations like noisy things, messy plays or continuous movement; poor sensory differentiation and motor coordination or inability to recognize objects immediately.

This book also includes how-tos of co-existing and handling disorders like autism and ADHD. The Out-of-Sync Child: Recognizing and Coping with Sensory Processing Disorder is definitely a starter for any parents who are at-a-loss in dealing with a sensory kid.

Sensory Processing 101, Dayna Abraham

Whether you are a therapist, a caregiver, or a parent looking for ways to take care of a sensory kid then this book is for you.

If you are struggling to explain what sensory disorder, Sensory Processing 101 includes simple explanations, various sensory activities, and different resource.

This fully-colored book is easy to navigate and complete with real life stories using several settings.

The Out-of-Sync Child Has Fun, Revised Edition: Activities for Kids with Sensory Processing Disorder, Carol Kranowitz

A game changer in making sensory processing disorder more known and much more accessible to families and children who needs guides on handling sensory disorders among others.

This book contains activities that are not only safe, but are also practical and inspiring to aid in the development of a kid’s brain and body.

Too Loud, Too Bright, Too Fast, Too Tight: What to Do If You Are Sensory Defensive in an Overstimulating World, Sharon Heller

Written by a Developmental Psychologist and a patient herself of Sensory Defensive Disorder (SD), Dr. Heller sheds light on a lesser known disorder but is affecting millions of people.

Sensory Disorder is a common affliction in which a sufferer processes a harmless stimulus as a potentially dangerous threat.

The book brings in a professional and personal perspective about SD and heightens the importance of awareness about the disorder.

While sensory issues in kids are now easily identified, there are adults who are unaware of their disorder. With this book, everyday problems that leads to unhappy and stressed lives can be alleviated.

Making Sense of Your Senses: A Workbook for Children with Sensory Processing Disorder, Christopher R. Auer MA & Michelle M. Auer MS OTR

Kids with sensory processing disorder experiences the world differently than others, especially those associated with ADHD, autism and the like.

Making Sense of Your Senses contains exercises that will help with the development of social skills.

Furthermore, there are activities in which self-control is taught and self-calming techniques are practiced.

Raising Kids with Sensory Processing Disorders: A Week-by-Week Guide to Solving Everyday Sensory Issues, Varleisha Gibbs

Properly characterizing your kid’s sensory issues is one of the crucial factors in finding the best adaptation.

This is a handy guide detailing solutions to everyday issues based on the several profiles that sensory processing disorder has.

Moreover, it offers proven strategies that work in children. Parents can implement these steps in overcoming sensory needs.

Sensational Kids: Hope and Help for Children with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), Lucy Jane Miller

This newly revised and updated book details the latest research on Sensory Processing Disorder’s relation to autism.

It comes along with coping strategies and new treatment options for parents, therapist, teachers, and caregivers.

In addition, Sensational Kids also elaborates the signs, symptoms, and the four major sub types of SPD. Hang in there. Having a sensory kid is a challenge but once you get into the idea, the activities are actually kind of fun!

Make sure to check out my Pinterest board all about Sensory Kids. It’s full of great sensory activities to do with the kids.

What resources have helped you for your child with sensory issues?