Ep 63 Understanding Sensory Processing with Veronica Green

Understanding Sensory Processing: Insights from Early Childhood Consultant Veronica Green

 

In this episode Veronica Green, an early childhood consultant and mother to a neurodivergent child, shares her journey from becoming an ECE in 2012 to founding Cultivating Confidence, an early years consultancy focused on creating inclusive environments where children and educators thrive. Through her personal experiences raising an autistic son and running a day home, Veronica delves into the importance of understanding sensory processing and its impact on children's behaviour. She explains the eight senses, including proprioceptive, vestibular, and interoceptive senses, and how they influence children’s interactions with their environment. She shares practical advice for educators on setting up classrooms to accommodate sensory needs and emphasises the significance of a supportive mindset when working with both children and parents. Veronica also offers tips on balancing the diverse sensory requirements of all students in a classroom. This episode is a rich resource for educators and parents seeking to better support neurodivergent children in their care.

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00:00 Introduction to Veronica Green

00:41 Veronica's Journey into Early Childhood Education

04:19 Understanding Sensory Processing

10:26 The Eight Senses Explained

20:26 Practical Strategies for Sensory Needs

29:09 Creating Inclusive Classroom Environments

30:30 Mindset and Behavior: A Holistic Approach

32:34 Understanding Children's Needs Through Four Lenses

34:22 Creating a Sensory-Friendly Environment

38:06 Resources for Sensory Processing

42:24 Supporting Parents and Educators

52:41 Balancing Classroom Needs

56:56 Conclusion and Further Resources