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 Welcome to Week 1 of the Pop Sugar Cafe Summer Sensory Camp Series – a vibrant, movement-filled adventure created just for neurodivergent kids and the families who love them! This week, we’re diving into the Sensory Seekers Kickoff—a celebration of movement, fun, and sensory exploration.

Whether your child is bursting with energy or seeking more input to regulate, this week’s printable pack is packed with tools to help you structure days with purpose, flexibility, and plenty of giggles.

🗓️ Visual Summer Schedule for Sensory Kids

Structure can soothe, especially for kids with ADHD or Autism. Our visual summer schedule for sensory kids makes each day predictable without overwhelming.

We’ve included:

• Printable routine chart for autistic children – with picture supports and editable time blocks

• Calming visual routine for neurodivergent kids – gentle colors and icons to reduce overstimulation

• Summer camp visual planner for kids with ADHD – includes sections for movement time, calm time, snack time, and creative play

Use your schedule each morning to set the tone for a balanced, connected day.

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🎯 Movement-Based Printable Games

Sensory seekers thrive on proprioceptive and vestibular input, and what better way to deliver that than through joyful, printable movement games? This week’s kit includes:

• Jump like a frog gross motor printable – with visuals to cue kids into a fun sequence

• Helicopter spin activity for vestibular input – spin-and-freeze cards to build balance and body awareness

• Themed summer movement games for kids – like walk like a crab, stomp like a dinosaur, or wiggle like a worm

These printable movement games for sensory seekers give your child the tools to reset and regulate through play.

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💧 DIY Calming Bottle Instructions

When energy gets too high, it’s time to balance it out with a calming craft. This week’s project is a DIY calming bottle—a visual, soothing sensory tool that’s easy to make with common household items.

Our calming bottle instructions for neurodivergent kids are step-by-step and come with:

• A printable recipe card

• A label for your jar

• An emotions guide to use it as a self-regulation tool

Try glitter, water beads, or food coloring to customize your child’s bottle. These are great for your calm corner or transitions.

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🧠 Sensory Input Tracker

Every child is different—and knowing your child’s sensory needs is key to building a supportive day. That’s why we created a sensory input tracker for kids printable that lets you:

• Track movement, touch, sound, light, and pressure needs

• Note signs of regulation or dysregulation

• Record tools that helped (fidgets, deep pressure, etc.)

It’s ideal for parents, homeschoolers, and therapists who want to understand behavior through a sensory lens.

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🎨 What’s Included This Week:

Here's what you'll find in your Sensory Seekers Kickoff Printable Pack:

✅ Visual Schedule + Theme Chart
✅ Movement-Based Printable Games (spin like a helicopter, jump like a frog, stomp like a dinosaur)
✅ DIY Calming Bottle Instructions
✅ Sensory Input Tracker

All materials are available as PDF printables, with select editable versions in Canva.

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✨ How to Use the Summer Sensory Camp

This series is designed to:

• Reduce summer overwhelm

• Offer structure without rigidity

• Provide sensory input and emotional balance

You can follow the weekly theme or mix and match resources based on your child’s needs.

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💡 Pro Tips for Sensory Seekers Week

• Create a movement zone in your backyard or living room

• Laminate your routine chart and reuse it daily

• Let your child decorate their calming bottle with stickers or initials

• Use the sensory tracker at the same time each day (e.g., after lunch or before bedtime)

Ready to Get Started?

👉 [Download your Week 1 Printable Pack now!]

And stay tuned for Week 2: Nature & Calm Outdoors, where we’ll explore grounding sensory experiences in natural environments 🌿

Thank you for being part of the Pop Sugar Cafe Summer Sensory Camp Series. Let’s make this summer one of joyful regulation, playful connection, and kid-powered calm!