Hello everyone! Continuing on with my series of sensory related blog posts (that I started years ago so forgive me), today I am bringing you a list of auditory sensory activities for your child who loves to make noise!
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Something to consider with this list is how your child interacts with noise, do they cover their ears when there are noises around that they cannot control? (Sirens, babies crying, loud vehicles, etc..), it may mean that bringing noise to them rather than giving them the means to make noise may not work out the way you want.
Auditory Sensory Activities
1. Play with Instruments
Playing with instruments is the easiest way to let your child explore sound! What G and I have been doing is putting on music, and playing our instruments along with the music!
You can use store bought or ones of your own making:
- Dry Rice In a plastic container
- Spoons and pots and pans
- Lids of pots
- Wooden spoons and the floor
- Your hands for clapping
- And more
We love this set from Melissa & Doug
2. Sensory Bins
Are sensory bins largely used for touch-type sensory play? Yes! But can you use them to fulfill auditory sensory needs? Also yes! Consider your supplies: how much noise do they make? Can they make fun noises in different ways?
Consider these supplies:
- Shredded Paper
- Packing paper
- Tin Foil
- Dry beans, rice or noodles
- Paper towel tubes
- Bells
- Plastic Jars or Bottles
- And more!
Let your child make as much noise as possible and have fun!
3. Loud Music
Remember to consider your child’s interaction with noise, this one might not work for them and that’s okay! Loud music is a current trigger of mine so we don’t use this one too often.
Consider blasting a song or album they love, or giving them a pair of headphones to enjoy on their own.
This pair has great reviews on Amazon!
4. Exploring nature noises
When you’re out and about on walks, visiting farms or zoos, take time to listen to animal sounds, flowing rivers, the wind, the tall grass, your feet in the mud, the sound of rocks hitting the water, sticks dragging along the ground or even the ambient sound of traffic in the distance. Existing in everyday life has the potential to be a great auditory experience for an auditory seeker.
Do YOU have an auditory seeker in your house? What activities do you do with them? Let me know in the comments!
Until next time,
