Communicating Sensory Needs and Navigating Recovery

A 5-lesson unit for 6th-grade students focused on self-advocacy and social repair following sensory dysregulation. Students develop non-verbal signaling systems, analyze case studies, practice co-regulation, and create a personal advocacy 'User Manual' for their sensory needs.

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