Free Sensory Story

Free Sensory Story
Created by SEND Inspired

This Spring‑themed rhyming sensory poem/story supports learners through calm, interactive, sensory‑rich experiences. The unit encourages exploration of Spring through touch, sound, visuals and simple communication activities.

The resource is suitable for a wide range of ages. Real photographs make it appropriate for older learners, while the sensory prompts and illustrations work equally well for younger children. All activities are easy to deliver and require minimal preparation. Most items can be found in classrooms or around the home, helping staff avoid time‑consuming resourcing.

This unit works well in specialist settings, EOTAS packages, home learning, nurture groups and early years, as well as with older learners who benefit from sensory approaches.

Unit Contents
• Sensory Story (Word + PowerPoint)
A rhyming sensory poem/story exploring Spring, with clear sensory prompts.
The PowerPoint includes picture slides to support understanding and engagement.

• Photo Pack (PDF)
A set of real photographs taken from the PowerPoint to support discussion, matching, sequencing or exploration.

• Winter/Spring Photo Pack
A second set of images showing contrasting seasonal scenes to help learners identify changes and “set the scene”.

• Prompt Sheet
Ideas for how the story can be used across different activities, plus a simple list of items needed (all easy to source).

• Flower Colouring Template
A calming, fine‑motor activity linked to the theme.

• Weather Bingo Symbols and Matching Cards
Visual resources to support communication, vocabulary and turn‑taking.

• Literacy Matching Cards
Word‑to‑picture matching to support early literacy and comprehension.

• Planting Seeds Instructions
A clear, step‑by‑step visual guide to support a practical Spring activity.

Designed for Accessibility and Ease of Use
• Low‑demand, sensory‑rich activities
• Suitable for a wide range of SEND profiles
• Minimal preparation required
• Flexible for 1:1, small groups or whole‑class sessions
• Supports communication, interaction and seasonal understanding

About SEND Inspired
SEND Inspired creates sensory‑rich, relationship‑centred learning for learners who need a different way to access education. All resources are designed by a SEND specialist with over 20 years’ experience supporting complex‑needs learners.