How to create a sensory board with natural elements

Learn how to create a sensory board with natural elements with Andrea Conde.

A sensory board or panel is a tactile tool that incorporates different materials and surfaces to offer people the opportunity to explore and experience different sensations through touch.

These panels can include a variety of textures found in nature, from smooth and rough to rugged and silky, providing a multi-sensory experience that aims to foster connection with nature, stimulate curiosity and promote greater sensory awareness.

Materiales.
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To create a texture sensory board you need the following materials:

MDF wood or cardboard of 36 x 24 cm.
Pencil
Rule
Glue
Natural elements

Below we present the steps to make a sensory board:

Midiendo.
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Planning and design:

Select a base that is resistant and easy to handle. We recommend using MDF wood or cardboard with the following measurements: 36 x 24 cm; so is easier to manipulate.
Divide the board according to the number of materials to be used; for example, if we have 6 materials, the board will be divided into 6 equal squares.

Eligiendo texturas naturales.
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Choice of natural textures:

Collect a variety of materials from nature such as tree bark, different types of stones, seashells, dry leaves, fruits, sand, among others.
Choosing elements that inspire us and that we enjoy is important. It is even possible to add aromatic plants such as lavender or mint.

Fijación de texturas.
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Texture fixation:

Distribute the textures in an organized manner to facilitate exploration. You can group them by type or level of roughness.
Adhere each texture to the board using glue.