An exercise ball is one of the most versatile tools in a therapeutic setting, Feeling fidgety? Sit and bounce! Feeling angry? Throw it against the wall. Need to calm down? Have someone squish you with it. You can't go wrong with an exercise ball. 

Have you seen a sensory room with a bubble tube? It's super cool, but it's also super expensive. Adding a lava lamp is a less expensive way to add some visual interest to a space without breaking the bank. Just be sure that your child is old enough to understand that they can get hot and that they're made of glass and can break. 

This sound machine offers 30 options for sounds, PLUS 12 light options (with 10 brightness levels). In other words, it's pretty customizable to meet your child's needs. Both of my kids have versions of this sound machine and I've been quite happy with them. 

I don't own these exact LED lights, but I do have some that I've used in a variety of ways - to create mood lighting in a fort, to turn the sensory table into a light board, to add lighting to a. dance party... the list goes on!

Lighting can make such a huge difference in a space. My kids don't have a projector (yet), but I've worked in treatment rooms that have them and the kids always go nuts for them. 

While I don't personally own these sensory tiles, I've used them in several different clinic spaces and they're always a hit. I can see why - I have fun standing on them too!

If you're looking to add a sensory space to your home, but don't have a whole room to dedicate to it, a tent like this one can be a perfect substitution. Throw some lights in it, some comfy seating and a few other tools (depending on your kid's needs) and VOILA! you've got a custom sensory space. 

If you ask me, crash pads are a "must have" sensory room item for kids who seek proprioceptive (heavy work) input. Apart from the obvious crashing, these can also be used for lounging while reading, hanging with friends, playing games, etc. Ours gets lots of use! 

Ankle weights are a great tool for kiddos who have a hard time staying grounded (those kids who bounce when they walk!) or those kids who have a hard time meeting their movement needs (the energizer bunnies!). You want to be careful with ankle weights and err on the side of lighter - that's why I like these ones, the weights are removable so you can find just the right amount of input for your child. 

I use weighted balls in most, if not all, of my sessions. They're super versatile and are a super fun way to get in some extra heavy work. You can slam them on the floor, throw them at a target, carry them through an obstacle course... the list goes on and on! These balls come in a variety of weights, just make sure you're not going too heavy for your kiddo. 

Similar idea to the last item, but these are smaller and lighter, making them ideal for younger kids, smaller hands, and those with muscular weakness.

We have so much fun with these! They're another great way to offer proprioception (heavy work) in a fun way. My 4 year old has one and he pretends he's a ghost while wearing it. One of my favourite ways to "break in" a new OT student is to get them in one of these and complete silly races with our client. It always ends in lots of laughs - and better regulation. 

I have this exact swing hanging in my basement as I type. The colour is gorgeous! My son loves to lay in it after school and be "bonked" by an exercise ball. It's perfect for swinging or just to lay in and chill. The fabric forms nicely to the body giving that big hug feeling, ideal for when emotions are running high. 

Some kids just need to spin. Adding this swivel to a swing (indoors or out) allows kids to get the smooth rotational input they're seeking. 

Not so much for a sensory room, but a sensory tool nonetheless. This stretchy fabric tube slides over your child's mattress, creating a cozy space that promotes regulation and relaxation. This is perfect for kids who get too warm under a weighted blanket. I've been known to crawl into my son's during bedtime stories.