Identifying Sensory Patterns

Occupations (Things Kids Do!)

Think about your child's routines and habits. Does he or she consistently struggle in any of the areas below? Click on any of the occupations (or meaningful things kids do) to investigate how sensory processing might affect participation in that area. If you are already aware that your child has a specific pattern of sensory processing, skip ahead to Quick Pattern Descriptions. For descriptions of each of the eight senses and their functions, go to the Sense Descriptions page.

Activities of Daily Living (Things Kids Do Every Day)

Other Childhood Occupations (Other Things Kids Do)