{"id":83601,"date":"2026-03-18T10:16:07","date_gmt":"2026-03-18T10:16:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/?p=83601"},"modified":"2026-03-20T16:30:11","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T16:30:11","slug":"our-guide-to-fun-inclusive-easter-activities-for-disabled-children-with-complex-needs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/blog\/our-guide-to-fun-inclusive-easter-activities-for-disabled-children-with-complex-needs\/","title":{"rendered":"Our inclusive Easter activities guide for disabled children with complex needs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>One of my favourite things about working as a play leader for Sense is our sensory play activities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/information-and-advice\/life-stages\/childhood-and-school\/play-for-disabled-children\/sensory-play\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sensory play<\/a> is a fun, uplifting (and occasionally messy!) way of supporting your child\u2019s development. We do this by enhancing the sensory aspects of play to make it more accessible and help your child to explore and engage with the world around them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether your child is into arts and crafts, baking, Easter egg hunting or just outright messy play, we have something for everyone. Here are some of our favourite Easter-themed sensory play ideas for you to bring to life at home:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\">Easter-themed sensory tray<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A sensory tray is a great place to start to help build your child&#8217;s understanding of Easter. It allows your child to explore Easter-themed items through sensory play using touch, sight, sound, smell and taste, in a safe and supportive environment.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-acf-row alignfull\">\n\t\t<div class=\"wrap\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"wp-block-acf-row__inner\"> \n\t\t<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-acf-row-item  \"> \n  <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n  <div class=\"wp-block  box    is-style-textured-primary-tint-10\">    <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-title-primary\">Sensory Tray example<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The photo below is a great example of how to build a sensory tray. <strong>Top tip: <\/strong>You really want to focus on letting the child explore the items themselves, ensuring there are lots of fun sensory elements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"619\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Easter-Activity-2026_Egg-Tray-_3_-1024x619.jpg\" alt=\"A tray filled with green string, to represent grass, plastic flowers and eggs.\" class=\"wp-image-83611\" \/ style=\"object-position: 50% 50%;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Easter-Activity-2026_Egg-Tray-_3_-1024x619.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Easter-Activity-2026_Egg-Tray-_3_-600x363.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Easter-Activity-2026_Egg-Tray-_3_-768x464.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Easter-Activity-2026_Egg-Tray-_3_-1536x929.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Easter-Activity-2026_Egg-Tray-_3_-2048x1238.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Easter-Activity-2026_Egg-Tray-_3_-500x302.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Easter-Activity-2026_Egg-Tray-_3_-1600x967.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Health and safety:<\/strong> Please be aware of any potential allergic reactions or medical reasons which mean certain scents should not be used. If in doubt, ask for advice. <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div> \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-acf-row-item  \"> \n  <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n  <div class=\"wp-block  box    is-style-textured-secondary-tint-10\">    <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-title-secondary\">Instructions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fill a tray or Easter basket with tactile materials (think of things like sand, shredded paper, furry objects) and eggs that can be filled.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Each egg could contain a different sensory element, such as cotton balls of different scents, like lavender, citrus, vanilla and peppermint.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hide eggs within reach, rather than around a room, remove any barriers and allow the child to explore.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/activities\/sensory-trays-for-outdoor-play\/\">Read more about sensory trays<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div> \n<\/div>\n\n<\/div> \n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Handprint Bunny<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-acf-row alignfull\">\n\t\t<div class=\"wrap\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"wp-block-acf-row__inner\"> \n\t\t<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-acf-row-item  \"> \n  <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n  <div class=\"wp-block  box    is-style-textured-primary-tint-10\">    <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-title-primary\">Handprint Bunny example<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Top tip:<\/strong> Larger hands are easiest to use!  Step 3 can be tricky. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Health &amp; Safety:<\/strong> Make sure a responsible adult is handling the scissors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"262\" height=\"364\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Finger-bunny.jpg\" alt=\"A blue cut out of an Easter bunny, in the shape of a handprint.\" class=\"wp-image-83603\" \/ style=\"object-position: 50% 50%;\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Easter-bunny-craft-activity.docx\">Download our activity card here<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div> \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-acf-row-item  \"> \n  <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n  <div class=\"wp-block  box    is-style-textured-secondary-tint-10\">    <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-title-secondary\">Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list is-style-pink-blob-counter\">\n<li><strong>Draw around a hand<\/strong>, making an outline.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cut out the hand<\/strong>, around the outline, making sure you have a V-shape between the fingers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cut a small slit <\/strong>beside the little finger. Then <strong>fold the little finger towards the centre<\/strong>, making one of the bunny arms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fold the thumb towards the centre<\/strong> for the other bunny arm.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cut off the middle finger<\/strong>, leaving you with two finger \u201cbunny ears\u201d.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Now for the fun, get decorating!<\/strong> The rabbit will need a face (whiskers, nose, eyes, ears, mouth), paws and feet!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div> \n<\/div>\n\n<\/div> \n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Chocolate is not just for eggs! <\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-acf-row alignfull\">\n\t\t<div class=\"wrap\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"wp-block-acf-row__inner\"> \n\t\t<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-acf-row-item  \"> \n  <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n  <div class=\"wp-block  box    is-style-textured-primary-tint-10\">    <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-title-primary\">Easter Baking<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Top tip:<\/strong> Enjoy the process. Part of the fun is experimenting with ingredients and making a mess, so focus on enjoying the activity together &#8211; not just the finished treat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2016\" height=\"1512\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Baking-activity-Theo.jpg\" alt=\"A small boy with blonde hair is rolling out dough infront of a Zoom call\" class=\"wp-image-78879\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Baking-activity-Theo.jpg 2016w, https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Baking-activity-Theo-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Baking-activity-Theo-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Baking-activity-Theo-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Baking-activity-Theo-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Baking-activity-Theo-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Baking-activity-Theo-1600x1200.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2016px) 100vw, 2016px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Health &amp; Safety:<\/strong> Melted chocolate can be very hot, so please be careful and ask an adult for help.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div> \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-acf-row-item  \"> \n  <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n  <div class=\"wp-block  box    is-style-textured-secondary-tint-10\">    <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-title-secondary\">Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list is-style-pink-blob-counter\">\n<li><strong>Melt your chocolate.<\/strong> Break your Easter treats into pieces and place them in a microwave-safe bowl. <strong>Heat in the microwave in 20-second intervals<\/strong>, stirring in between, until the chocolate is fully melted.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Add your favourite treats.<\/strong> Mix in ingredients such as <strong>cereal<\/strong>, <strong>marshmallows<\/strong>, <strong>crushed biscuits<\/strong>, or <strong>sweets <\/strong>to create different textures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shape your creations.<\/strong> Spoon the mixture into cupcake cases or spread it into a lined tray.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chill to set. <\/strong>Place the tray or cases in the fridge until the chocolate has set.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div> \n<\/div>\n\n<\/div> \n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tactile Egg Hunt<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s not Easter without an egg hunt! By creating a tactile path, as shown in the example below, you can remove barriers, allowing the child to navigate the trail in a way that feels natural to them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This approach provides a clear and safe route to follow, helping them build confidence as they independently discover each egg along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-acf-row alignfull\">\n\t\t<div class=\"wrap\">\n\t\n\t<div class=\"wp-block-acf-row__inner\"> \n\t\t<div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-acf-row-item  \"> \n  <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n  <div class=\"wp-block  box    is-style-textured-primary-tint-10\">    <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-title-primary\">Example of a tactile path<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"710\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Easter-Activity-2026_Texture-Trail-_3_-1024x710.jpg\" alt=\"A card at the bottom of the picture reads 'explore the textures'. It is leaning against a carpet square, with a grass square directly after it and a plastic square after that one. There is a toy bunny at the end of the path.\" class=\"wp-image-83613\" \/ style=\"object-position: 50% 50%;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Easter-Activity-2026_Texture-Trail-_3_-1024x710.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Easter-Activity-2026_Texture-Trail-_3_-600x416.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Easter-Activity-2026_Texture-Trail-_3_-768x533.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Easter-Activity-2026_Texture-Trail-_3_-1536x1066.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Easter-Activity-2026_Texture-Trail-_3_-2048x1421.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Easter-Activity-2026_Texture-Trail-_3_-500x347.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Easter-Activity-2026_Texture-Trail-_3_-1600x1110.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div> \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-acf-row-item  \"> \n  <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n  <div class=\"wp-block  box    is-style-textured-secondary-tint-10\">    <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-title-secondary\">Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Create a tactile trail leading to the eggs so your child can follow the path through touch, using their hands or feet to move from one point to the next. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Top tip:<\/strong> You could use different textures along the route, such as soft fabric, bubble wrap, grass mats or foam shapes, to make the journey engaging.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n<\/div> \n<\/div>\n\n<\/div> \n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Even more Easter Sensology<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve never heard of Sensology before, don\u2019t worry. We use this term a lot &#8211; it simply means a sensory-based approach that stimulates different senses to help children explore, learn and engage with the world around them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n  <div class=\"wp-block    align-full\">    <div class=\"wrap\">\n      <div class=\"box    is-style-textured-secondary-tint-10\">\n        <div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<div class=\"grid  grid-flexbox  grid-3-cols\"><div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n      <figure class=\"card__figure\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Sense_Walk_2024_06_27_0072-scaled-600x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-card-supportive size-card-supportive\" alt=\"A woman in an orange t-shirt is leaning over showing someone something on a piece of paper\" \/>\n    <\/figure>\n  \n  <div class=\"card__content\">\n    <h2 class=\"card__title  h4\">\n              <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/our-services\/activities-for-disabled-people\/sensory-walks\/\" class=\"card__link  link--stretched\">\n              Go on a Sensory Walk\n              <\/a>\n          <\/h2>\n\n    \n    <div class=\"card__description\">\n\t\t\tSensory walks are a great way to use your senses to connect with your surroundings. \r\n\r\nThis Easter weekend, go for a barefoot walk through the grass, listen out for birds and enjoy the warm sunshine on your face!\r\n\r\n\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n      <figure class=\"card__figure\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Resonance-board-image-600x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-card-supportive size-card-supportive\" alt=\"A young boy is leaning over a wooden board, holding a light up orb close to his face in front of him\" \/>\n    <\/figure>\n  \n  <div class=\"card__content\">\n    <h2 class=\"card__title  h4\">\n              <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/activities\/resonance-boards\/\" class=\"card__link  link--stretched\">\n              Create a Resonance Board\n              <\/a>\n          <\/h2>\n\n    \n    <div class=\"card__description\">\n\t\t\tWatch our video on how to create a resonance board that you can sit (or stand) on to feel the vibrations of sound. \r\n\r\nYou could then add Easter eggs with bells or play bird noises through a speaker.\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n      <figure class=\"card__figure\">\n      <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Thomas-1843-600x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-card-supportive size-card-supportive\" alt=\"A young boy with a book sits in his mothers lap.\" \/>\n    <\/figure>\n  \n  <div class=\"card__content\">\n    <h2 class=\"card__title  h4\">\n              <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sense.org.uk\/activities\/sensory-stories\/\" class=\"card__link  link--stretched\">\n              Read a Sensory Story\n              <\/a>\n          <\/h2>\n\n    \n    <div class=\"card__description\">\n\t\t\tStories are a great way to provide sensory stimulation and develop communication in a fun way. \r\n\r\nYou could read our &#8216;Sensory Walk&#8217; story in the link below and include Easter activities as you go. \n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p>Thank you for reading! 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