Sensory Processing Explained – A Handbook for Parents and Educators

Feel Confident Explaining Sensory Processing

If you’ve ever struggled to explain your child’s meltdowns, your student’s “out of the box” behaviors, or why sensory breaks are so important, you’re not alone. Sensory processing can feel overwhelming to understand, let alone explain to others.

That’s why Sensory Processing Explained was created. Written by an Occupational Therapy Assistant and mom of seven, this book brings together professional expertise and real-life parenting experience in a way that is practical, relatable, and easy to use.

Instead of bouncing between countless websites, books, and articles, you’ll find everything you need in one place, organized, clear, and ready to use.

Inside Sensory Processing Explained, You’ll Discover:

• Easy-to-understand explanations of all eight sensory systems and how they impact behavior.

• Simple calming strategies you can use during meltdowns.

• Practical sensory activities you can do at home or in the classroom—without expensive tools.

• How to tell the difference between a meltdown and a tantrum.

• Classroom accommodations that make learning accessible for every student.

• Printable handouts and visuals you can share with parents, caregivers, or colleagues.

 

Reader Testimonials…

Sensory Processing explained is such a fantastic resource for parents, caregivers, teachers, and therapists.  I love how this book explains each of the different sensory systems and how dysfunction in processing can impact a child’s behavior.  This book is really an ultimate guide because it’s so comprehensive!  I will definitely be recommending this resource to the families I work with. – Jaime Spencer, MS, OTR/L. Miss Jaime, O.T. 

This book is an invaluable resource for anyone who works with children. It will not only provide a greater understanding of sensory needs but also a wealth of actionable ideas to help all children succeed. – Shelley Brewer, STEAM Powered Family 

Amazing resource! I had so many questions about sensory processing, and this book answered them all. This is so helpful for parents and educators who work with SPD children. This book is jam-packed with information and practical tips that are easy to implement. I highly recommend this book, and I believe this is a must-have resource for parents and educators. – Angela Thayer, Teaching Mama

Beautiful resource. Very nice to share with my clinical interns when they are in the clinic. – Eunice G. Teachers Pay Teachers Purchaser

My new bible for ASD support! Fantastic! This is my new go-to book for helping children and their parents. This explains sensory processing in such a way that it makes supporting obvious and easy. Anyone working with ASD cherubs needs to buy this book. – julsgate, Amazon Purchase

Useful for parents and professionals. A go-to book for understanding sensory needs. As a parent and a professional, this book crosses home to school very well. Excellent buy. – pink lady, Amazon Purchase

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NOTE TO EU & UK Residents: The digital download format is not available to EU & UK residents due to VAT taxes. Please purchase the paperback format from Amazon or from our digital download listing on Teachers Pay Teachers HERE. 

Three Books in One

This isn’t just a single handbook—it’s three companion guides in one resource:

1. The Core Handbook – The “what and why” of sensory processing, meltdowns, calming strategies, and the eight sensory systems.

2. Parent Companion Guide – Advocacy tips, sensory-friendly routines, and home-based activity ideas.

3. Educator Companion Guide – Classroom strategies, sensory space setup, and student support made simple.

Who Is It For?

• Parents & Caregivers who want to better understand and support their child.

• Educators looking for practical ways to make their classrooms more inclusive.

• Therapists who want a ready-made, professional resource to recommend and share.

• Anyone who cares about children’s development and wants to confidently explain sensory processing to others.

Why Parents Will Love It

• Gain confidence in advocating for your child’s needs.

• Learn everyday sensory tips for routines like dressing, sleeping, and grooming.

• Create a sensory-friendly home without feeling overwhelmed.

• Help your child recognize and communicate their sensory preferences.

Why Educators Will Love It

• Recognize when sensory challenges may be affecting learning.

• Use classroom strategies that require little time, space, or special equipment.

• Build a sensory-friendly classroom environment that benefits all students.

• Access ready-to-use ideas for movement breaks, calming spaces, and group activities.

Why Therapists Will Want to Share It

• A go-to resource for explaining sensory processing to families in clear, accessible language.

• Professionally designed printables for home and classroom carryover—saving you prep time.

• A tool to support collaboration with teachers, administrators, and parents.

• Helps bridge the gap between therapy sessions and everyday environments.

Get the resource that makes sense of sensory.

With Sensory Processing Explained, you’ll not only understand your child’s or student’s sensory needs—you’ll have the tools to explain, advocate, and create strategies that work.

📘 Format: Digital Download (includes printable handouts).

You can also purchase a paperback copy on Amazon.

BUY NOW - Digital Download - $19.99 BUY NOW - Paperback - $29.99

NOTE TO EU & UK Residents: The digital download format is not available to EU residents due to VAT taxes. Please purchase the paperback format from Amazon or from our digital download listing on Teachers Pay Teachers HERE.