WorksheetsSensory Integration and Processing
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
How does sensory modulation affect a child’s response to sensory input?
It determines whether they can recognise different colours and shapes
It affects how the brain regulates and responds to sensory stimuli, leading to over- or under-responsiveness
It only impacts fine motor skills like handwriting
It allows children to completely control their sensory reactions with enough practice
A child in your classroom constantly seeks movement by rocking in their chair and tapping their foot. Based on sensory integration principles, what might this behaviour indicate?
The child is purposefully being disruptive
The child should be removed from the class for better discipline
The child needs more sensory input to stay regulated and focused
The child has an over-responsive sensory system and needs to sit still
Why is observation before interpretation important when assessing a child’s sensory needs?
It ensures the child’s behavior is understood in context rather than misinterpreted as misbehaviour.
It allows teachers to discipline children more effectively.
It helps in diagnosing children with learning disabilities.
It prevents teachers from using sensory strategies in the classroom.
A student frequently slams doors, grips pencils too tightly, and presses too hard when writing. What sensory processing difficulty might they have?
Under-responsiveness to proprioceptive input
Over-responsiveness to proprioceptive input
Vestibular dysfunction
Auditory discrimination difficulty
How does the brain prioritise sensory information in a classroom setting?
The brain always focuses on auditory input over visual input.
The brain always focuses on visual input over auditory input.
The brain ignores sensory input that is not directly related to learning.
The brain automatically balances all sensory inputs equally.
What is a possible reason why a child might struggle to copy from the whiteboard and then refocus on their paper?
Poor postural-ocular control affects their ability to shift visual focus
Weak auditory processing skills
Low motivation to complete work
Strong preference for reading books instead of writing
Why might a child who is over-responsive to tactile input avoid messy play activities like finger painting or clay modeling?
They are unable to use fine motor skills to engage in these activities
They have a general dislike for school activities
They do not like being creative
Their brain perceives certain textures as overwhelming or even painful
A student appears highly anxious, struggles to concentrate, and frequently covers their ears when noise levels increase. What sensory processing challenge might they be experiencing?
Vestibular dysfunction
Under-responsiveness to auditory input
Over-responsiveness to auditory input
Poor motor coordination
Which of the following best describes the relationship between the vestibular system and emotional regulation?
Emotional regulation is only affected by auditory and visual processing, not vestibular input
Children with vestibular processing difficulties are always hyperactive
The vestibular system has no impact on emotions; it only controls balance
The vestibular system is closely linked to the fight, flight, or freeze response, affecting a child’s ability to self-regulate
What is the best approach to supporting a child with sensory processing challenges in the classroom?
Using strict discipline to encourage them to "push through" their discomfort
Allowing them to leave class whenever they feel overwhelmed, without offering in-class strategies
Reducing all sensory input to eliminate any possible challenges
Providing structured sensory strategies within the classroom environment to help with regulation
