Sensory Art Activities for SEN Ages 4–6
colourful, low-prep sensory art activity pack designed for children aged 4–6 with SEN and additional needs, including non-verbal learners.
Created with practical SEN classroom use in mind, this printable resource encourages sensory exploration, creativity, communication, choice-making and engagement through 10 simple art activities.
Included in the pack:
• 10 low-prep sensory art activities
• Clear materials lists and step-by-step instructions
• Adaptations to make activities more accessible
• Simple communication prompts
• NOW → NEXT visual board
• Picture communication cards
• Feelings and response cards
• Quick session planning sheet
• Original Little Senses Studio picture symbols
Activities include squishy paint bags, foam painting, rolling ball painting, sponge stamping, ice painting, texture collage, bubble wrap printing, nature paintbrushes, water spray art and large floor painting.
The activities can be adapted for individual children, small groups or whole-class sensory sessions and are particularly suitable for EYFS, SEND/SEN classrooms, specialist settings and children who benefit from visual communication and sensory learning.
The picture symbols included in this resource are original Little Senses Studio designs and are not Widgit Symbols or affiliated with Widgit Software.
Age range: 4–6 years
Format: Printable A4 PDF
Brand: Little Senses Studio
Play • Create • Communicate • Lear


