Science Materials Sensory Story

A fun and engaging science sensory story designed to help children explore and investigate different materials through hands-on, sensory-based learning. This resource introduces wood, metal, plastic, and glass using repetitive story language, sensory exploration, and real-life objects to support understanding and communication.

Created for Early Years and SEND learners, this sensory story is ideal for non-verbal children, autistic pupils, and children with communication and sensory needs. Activities encourage exploration through touch, sound, observation, and play while developing early science vocabulary and attention skills.

The story includes opportunities for children to:

Explore and compare materials
Investigate textures, sounds, and properties
Develop early science understanding
Build communication through symbols and key vocabulary
Engage in sensory-rich, repetitive learning experiences

To fully access the activities, you will need a selection of supporting materials and objects for investigation, including:

Wooden toys
Foil
Metal pans
Metal toy cars
Plastic dolls
Cups
Plastic utensils
Lego
Marbles
Glass bottles

Perfect for SEND classrooms, sensory circuits, attention autism sessions, continuous provision, and early science lessons.