Story Massage Practitioner and Makaton trainer, Jen Hembolt, shares her experiences of introducing sensory stories on a resonance board for a non-verbal child.
Sharing Sensory Stories on a Resonance Board
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Enhancing Communication for Pupils with PMLD
Improved communication and social interaction are among the key benefits of the Story Massage Programme at Ty Gwyn Special School in Cardiff.
Introducing Baby Story Massage Classes
Are you looking for a follow-on from you Baby Massage Classes? We look at the benefits and practicalities of running Baby Story Massage Classes.
Story Massage and the Sensory Curriculum
Centre of Excellence awarded to Ysgol Y Deri School where the Story Massage Programme is part of the Sensory Curriculum. Watch a video of ‘Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star’ filmed at the school.
Comfort for Japanese Children after the Tsunami
The Story Massage Programme was first shared as a way of bringing comfort and positive touch for Japanese children in the aftermath of the 2011 tsunami.
Introducing the Story Massage Programme to Families at School
Thinking of running an Introduction to the Story Massage Programme Workshop for parents/carers at school? Here’s a six step plan for a successful event.
Using Story Massage for School Homework
Our guest blogger is 6 year old Erin who used the Story Massage Programme for her school homework project on light. Her teacher was very impressed.
Creative Children’s Yoga Workshop
“Story Massage is an excellent addition to my children’s yoga workshops,” says Clare Gendy, a Yoga Instructor who is trained in the Story Massage Programme.
Pupils share Story Massage with Dementia Residents
Pupils from a Montrose primary school are sharing the Story Massage Programme with residents with dementia in a care home as part of social skills lessons.