Our brain needs sensory play and sensory experiences every day to be able to feel connected with our environment, connected with our own brain and body, and connected with others. Some of us seek more sensation than others. You'll often see me with a heavy and warm mug in my hand, or passing a ball of playdough back and forth while I'm concentrating. Others may avoid sensations like ice blocks, bright sunshine, clothes tags, etc. It's important to give ourselves and our children a wide range of