Disney World is the Happiest Place on Earth but can also be the most stimulating as well. All the colors, noises, lights and interactions can be overwhelming for even the average person, imagine experiencing it through the eyes of a kids with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), Attention Deficit Disorder (ADHD) or Autism Spectrum Disorders! But have no fear, you have…
We recently had an EPIC family vacation to Zion National Park, Antelope Canyon, Grand Canyon National Park and we were fortunate to also attend the RiSE Festival outside of Las Vegas to end our journey. I shared a lot of our items I purchased before on Instastories (follow me @sensorykidsguide) and I put them through the test! My reviews and…
Day 4, Antelope Canyon and Page, Arizona *START HERE to find our full itinerary and links to each portion of our trip! *GEAR round-up Post HERE, including sensory items we ALWAYS travel with. After some pretty epic views at Zion National Park, we were super excited to explore Page, Arizona and Antelope Canyon. There weren’t a ton of accommodation options…
Days 1, 2 & 3, Zion National Park *START HERE to find our full itinerary and links to each portion of our trip! *GEAR round-up Post HERE, including sensory items we ALWAYS travel with. We ended up having a later flight into Las Vegas, Nevada arriving around 7pm and after picking up our rental minivan, getting dinner, we really didn’t…
Triggers: Fast moving roller coaster, Completely dark Pro: I’ll be honest…NONE! Seating: Sit three to a “rocket”, back to back with a cushioned lap belt across your hips EXIT: You can NOT step through as the end of the ride is in a separate place. Space Mountain although is devoid of bright flashing lights, it has all the other triggers…
Triggers: Fast moving roller coaster, dips/twists Pro: Short pause in middle of coaster Exit: You can opt out and wait on the other side of the exit gate if the child is 8 years or older One of the most popular rides in Toy Story Land inside Hollywood Studios, the Slinky Dog Dash! If your sensory child loves roller coasters,…
Triggers: Roller coaster, multiple drops, compartment swings side to side Pro: Smooth ride, break in middle of ride through mine Exit: You can step to the left side of the coaster before getting on and wait at the exit gate if the child is 8 years or older This roller coaster is well-made and a great intermediate sized roller coaster….
Triggers: Wait can be long before entering large amphitheater type room Pro: Super funny jokes, animations! Exit: Due to length of show, I would suggest if your child wants to opt out last minute, that your entire party (or at least one adult), wait with them through the exit doors. We don’t always hit this attraction on our visits, but…
Triggers: Some up/down movement in car, air blowing, bright colors with movement Pro: Pooh is a well known “safe” cartoon character, slow moving Exit: You can opt out and wait on the other side of the exit gate if the child is 8 years or older If you had asked me initially, I would have said this was a NO-brainer,…
I’m sure you are like me, Amazon Prime is basically my go-to for EVERYTHING. Through trial and error, I am sharing my favorite SPD, ADHD, and cognitive disorder assistance items. From toys, books, quiet time activities and more! Let us know if you have products that work for you and we will add! Books! I am an avid reader and…
