Sensory Library
A collection of sensory stories and themed sensory sessions designed to bring stories, ideas and the world around us to life for children and young people with PMLD and complex learning needs.
I SEE A SUNFLOWER
I See a Sunflower is a simple and engaging sunflower sensory story that celebrates the beauty of a sunflower in late summer. Through light, touch, sound, movement and smell, learners …
Beneath the waves
Beneath the Waves is an Ocean Sensory Adventure that invites learners to dive beneath the waves and discover a lost ship hidden beneath the ocean. Along the journey, learners will …
DOWN BY THE POND
Down by the Pond is a pond sensory story designed for children and young people with PMLD and complex learning needs. Learners are invited to explore the pond through sound, …
ROBIN HOOD
Step into Sherwood Forest in this Robin Hood sensory story, where learners are invited to explore through smell, touch, sound, and movement. From the scent of pine trees and the …
the little seed
The Little Seed is a simple and engaging sensory story about growing, bringing the journey of a tiny seed into a flower to life through the senses. Through touch, sound, …
I SEE A ROBOT
I see a robot, shiny and bright His eyes are blinking with glowing light I hear him buzz as his power flows Click and clunk, all his cogs go I …
RAMADAN
Ramadan: A Sensory Journey from Sunrise to Sunset is a calm and inclusive sensory experience designed for children and young people with PMLD and complex learning needs. Through visuals, sound, …
Aurora borealis
Aurora Borealis is a music-led body awareness session inspired by the beauty of the Northern Lights and the stillness of the Arctic. Designed for children and young people with PMLD …
POLAR NIGHT
Polar Night is a magical multisensory session that invites learners to go on an immersive journey into the frozen Arctic Winter. Perfect for sharing in a sensory room or a …
CHRISTINGLE LIGHT
Christingle Light is a sensory story that explores the history and meaning of the Christingle through the senses. It is a celebration of love, light, and happiness, perfect for sensory …
CAULDRON CLASS
‘Cauldron Class’ is a fun sensory story that invites budding witches and wizards to awaken their senses as they explore the world of magic and spell-making.From bubbling cauldrons and glowing …
Farm to fork
Farm to Fork is a sensory journey that helps learners explore the important role of farmers in bringing food from the farm to our tables. The session brings farming to …
secrets of the rainforest
‘Secrets of the Rainforest’ is a magical, multisensory adventure through the rainforest at night! As darkness falls, the hidden wonders come to life—the glowing eyes of a jaguar, sweet-smelling flowers …
Lucky the leprechaun
Deep in a forest where no one can see Lives a Leprechaun named Lucky, sung in a tree Wearing a suit of velvet, green as the leaves A hat trimmed …
CAVE PAINTINGS
Millions of years ago When the world was wrapped in ice and snow There lived a boy by the name of Bones Who loved to draw on rock and stones …
BONFIRE NIGHT SENSORY SESSION
This ‘Bonfire Night’ sensory session includes a simple sensory story about Guy Fawkes and the Gunpowder plot and why we celebrate Bonfire Night today. After sharing the story, your learners …
boo the ghost
In an old house on the edge of town Lived a Ghost named Boo in a spooky white gown He loved to play tricks (like most Ghosts do) Hiding keys …
MR maize ‘late summer days’
‘Underneath the bright blue sky, In a field where the corn stands high, Lives a Scarecrow called Mr Maize, Enjoying the last Summer rays,’ Mr. Maize is a short sensory …
THE LIFE CYCLE OF A PUMPKIN
The ‘Life Cycle of a Pumpkin’ is a perfect sensory session for an Autumn or Harvest theme, exploring with learners how a tiny seed blossoms into a giant orange Pumpkin, …
INTO THE BLUE
‘Into The Blue’ is a multisensory Ocean adventure with a written narrative that takes your learners to the bottom of the deep Sea. There, they will have a close encounter …
UNDER THE STARS
‘Under The Stars’ is a nighttime sensory camping experience perfect for sharing with learners in a sensory or dark room (although not essential). The session does not require fancy equipment …
MR MAIZE’S NEW CLOTHES
Mr Mazie’s New Clothes is a short sensory story by Sensory Soup about a Scarecrow named Mr. Mazie who has been alone outside during the cold Winter. Finally, Spring has …
the life cycle of a butterfly
‘The Life Cycle of a Butterfly’ is a sensory learning experience using different sensory stimuli to tell how a Caterpillar Egg becomes a Butterfly. The Life Cycle of a Butterly …
THE LEGEND OF THE CHRISTMAS SPIDER
The Legend of the Christmas Spider is a magical Christmas sensory story adapted from a Ukrainian folk tale that may explain why we began decorating our Christmas Trees with tinsel.