From Caterpillar to Butterfly: Creative Learning Adventures with The Very Hungry Caterpillar Transforming Eric Carle’s beloved story into rich sensory and craft experiences that support the EYFS Every early years practitioner knows the magic that happens when you open “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” with a group of young children. Eyes light up, fingers start wiggling … Read more
Let’s Build! A Building Site Sound Story and Soundboard Construction sites are places of great excitement for many young children. The big machines, the busy workers, and the fascinating noises offer a world of wonder. This simple, construction site themed rhyming sound story, combined with an interactive soundboard, provides a fun way for children to … Read more
The Cyclops Sensory Sound Story for SEN Learners The Cyclops Sensory Sound Story is an engaging, interactive resource designed to bring the mythical adventure of Odysseus and the Cyclops Polyphemus from Homer’s The Odyssey to life for Special Educational Needs (SEN) learners. It is the follow-up to Sensory Story: A Sensory Odyssey Part 1 – … Read more
Enhancing Immersive EYFS Storytelling with Woodland Soundboard Storytelling is a powerful tool for language development, imagination, and emotional understanding in Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS). Sensory elements, particularly auditory components, can significantly enhance the storytelling experience. The “Woodland Sensory Soundboard” is an excellent example of how auditory elements can be integrated into storytelling to create … Read more
The Farmyard Morning Sensory Sound Story “The Farmyard Morning” is a delightful, interactive resource designed to immerse Special Educational Needs (SEN) learners in the sights, sounds, and sensations of a bustling farm. This digital soundboard follows a farmer named Pat through a day of waking up, tending to animals, working the land, and resting at … Read more
Sound stories are magical auditory journeys that use words and sounds to spark imagination and learning, especially for children with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) and Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) learners. The “Emotions Galore” sound story takes kids on a feelings adventure, exploring emotions like happiness, sadness, anger, surprise, fear, and calm through … Read more
Adventure time! Let’s create a fun jungle walk story for 3-5 year olds, designed to work with a jungle-themed soundboard. Imagine you have buttons for sounds like: Monkey Chatter, Parrot Squawk, Tiger Roar, Elephant Trumpet, Snake Hiss, River Splash, Jungle, Rain/Thunder. Check out our main sound story page Guide to Delivering a Sound Story for … Read more
Transport Sound Story: A Rhyming Journey This fun sound story takes young learners on a journey through the busy streets and countryside of the UK. The story uses simple rhyming couplets and clear sound effects to help bring various modes of transport to life. Use a soundboard to play the matching sound after each couplet … Read more
I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud By William Wordsworth (The Daffodil Poem) With Free Soundboard Immerse yourself in the magical world of spring with our sensory story inspired by the iconic “I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud” (or the Daffodil poem). As you begin your journey, feel the cool breeze brushing against your skin, a … Read more
Easter Sound Story: A Sensory Adventure for Little Learners This simple, joyful Easter sound story is designed to captivate EYFS and PMLD learners with fun rhymes and engaging sound effects. Using a soundboard with recorded sounds helps bring the story to life while supporting sensory and language development. Read the story slowly, play the sound … Read more
World War 2: VE Day Sound Story This VE Day sound story is written in simple, rhyming couplets. It uses clear, easy language to help young learners feel the joy of victory. Use your soundboard to play the matching sound after each couplet. Encourage your learners to join in with actions like saluting, marching, or … Read more
Introduction (Auditory Focus): “Listen closely, brave adventurers! Can you hear the clinking of armour and the sound of hooves on the cobblestones? We’re off on a grand adventure to a magical castle, where knights ride through the forest, fight dragons, and protect the kingdom. Let’s listen to the sounds of their journey—clashing swords, roaring dragons, … Read more
Space Sound Story: Rocket to the Stars Welcome to our magical sound journey through space! Today we’re going on an exciting adventure in a rocket ship, where our ears will help us explore the wonders above the clouds. Get ready to listen carefully as we blast off into the stars! This space sound story serves … Read more
Here’s a simple rhyming pirate-themed Sound Story designed for engaging PMLD or calming early years learners. Each verse is accompanied by suggested sounds and sensory effects to enhance the storytelling experience, such as the gentle lapping of waves, the creaking of a ship’s wood, and the distant call of seabirds. We are big pirate fans … Read more
Introduction to The Rainy Day Sound Story Hello storytellers, a sound story is a special, immersive experience designed for SEN learners, helping them explore the world through sound. This story, The Rainy Day, focuses on the learners auditory sense, using simple rhymes, gentle rhythms, and carefully chosen sounds to create a rich and engaging experience. … Read more
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