Creating Sensory Areas in Classrooms

I’m diving into creating sensory areas within Montessori classrooms and I’m curious about materials that have worked for others. For instance, I’ve found that natural textures like cork and wool can really enhance the tactile experience for kids — what sensory materials have you found to bring the most engagement in your space?

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I love using various fabrics for our sensory area; kids really engage with soft textures like minky — have you thought about incorporating some calming scents too?

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