Sensory-Friendly Indoor Activities
November is here, bringing colder temperatures and less daylight. Outdoor activities may have come to a halt as the seasons change; however, the fun continues with these sensory-friendly, indoor activities! Between arts and crafts, movie clubs, baking, and more, there are plenty of sensory-friendly indoor activities that are accessible to all.
Arts and Crafts
Gathering friends and family on a chilly night, making some new crafts, and maybe even enjoying a mug of hot cocoa or hot apple cider? Now that sounds like a fun-filled night! Between painting, drawing, scrapbooking, and more, arts and crafts are easily adaptable for people of all abilities. Each craft project can be personalized and made with whatever materials you prefer—making it the perfect sensory-friendly indoor activity!
Check out these innovative crafts to keep busy during the colder months:
Baking
Baking sweet treats from scratch is another fun way to stay warm indoors! Between cookies, cupcakes, rice crispy treats, cakes, and more, there are so many recipes for everyone to enjoy. While texture can be a sensory aspect that is sensitive to some, the wide variety of textures and flavors in the baking world allow options for everyone:
- Cookies: adjust baking time to your desired texture; (shorter for soft and chewy, longer for crispy and crunchy.)
- Rice crispy treats: easy, crispy, and delicious!
- Cupcakes: handheld, endless flavors, and creatively customizable.
- Cakes: between icing, frosting, whipped cream, and more, toppings and flavors can be easily adjusted to personal preference.
Movies and Books
Everyone loves revisiting their favorite book or movie, but discovering new stories is just as fun! Especially between fall and winter, when there’s a plethora of holiday movies to choose from! Most streaming platforms offer accessible adjustments, such as subtitles, speed adjustments, and playback options. Additionally, the endless variety of genres, topics, and formats allow books to be enjoyed by everyone. If physical books are sensitive for some, consider trying an audiobook.
(P.S. movie and book clubs are a fun way to socialize while reading or watching a new story!)
Activities with Covey
Here at Covey, we’re a community that cares. We foster opportunities for growth for individuals of all abilities, including those with sensory sensitivities. Join us for some of our upcoming indoor events and activities, including baking, cooking, card making, and more. Head to our event calendar to learn more!