Washoe County Library System

An occupational therapist with a specialty in sensory integration discusses the eight sensory systems and how a child uses them, offering fun activities that will encourage development so that they can be better able to respond to their emotions, build friendships, communicate their needs and thrive in school.

"Let’s visit the world. This kit features a Countries of the World game, a ScrunchMap™ of the World, Classic Vehicles Aquapaints™, and a Bonjour Paris Puzzle. The first two manipulatives work to promote discussion and cognitive thinking. The next two manipulatives allow for relzxtion and calmness of the mind.

The Handyman Kit is perfect for those who love to work with their hands. This kit features the book Sears House Designs of the Thirties, Handyman Magnetic Board, KEVA Brain Builders, and Conversation Starters for Men. The first activity will elicity memories and stimulate conversation with the retro illustrated pieces. The second activity focuses on fine motor skills, strategy, physics, and basic engineering skills. The last activity will spark conversation,...

The Sports: Golf Kit is sure to be a hole in one. This kit features a Golf Targe Game, Playable Art Balls, and a Half Moon Pond Puzzle. The first manipulative is a great way to keep active and hit the course indoors. The second manipulative unleashes creativity, aids in sensory stimulation, and can bring calmness. The third manipulative improves mental acuity and short-term memory.

Enjoy the most beautiful trees in the world. This kit features Trees of the World Flashcards, Tree Bingo, a Japanese Maple Puzzle, and a Wooden Tile Matching Game. The first two activities work on improving memory and cognition, while building social skills. The third activity reinforces the connection between brain cells and improves mental speed and short-term memory. The fourth activity promotes concentration and sensory stimulation

Penworthy's Dog Kit is fur-tastic for dog lovers. This kit features a DK Eyewitness Dog book, Dog Dominoes, Dressed Up Dog Memory Game, Animal Album, and Wonderful Animals Aquapaints. The first two activities work on improving memory and cognition, while building social skills. The third activity encourages creative thinking and has a positive effect on cognition by stimulating the mind and memory. The last activity allows for relaxation and calmness...

Launch into outer space with this out of the world Space Kit. This kit features a Solar System Jigsaw Puzzle, Space Mission Matching Game, Qwirkle, and Conversation Cards. The first two activities will create a sense of achievement, while reinforcing the connection between brain cells and improving mental speed and short-term memory. The third activity focuses on the importance of strategizing, while strengthening language and problem-solving skills....

Revisit the wonders of traveling in this One the Road Again: Travel Kit. This kit features a Cars, Trains, Ships & Planes book, Road Trip Packing Puzzle, Road Trip Jigsaw Puzzle, Category Snap Card Game, and Hobbies Conversation Game. The first two activities are perfect for achieving a sense of accomplishment and independence, while reinforcing the connection between the brain cells and improving mental speed. The second two activities encourage...

Reminisce the past with the History Buff: WWII Kit. This kit features U.S. Army-Opoly Board Game, American Trivia, a Vintage Workspace Puzzle, and a Wooden Tile Matching Game. The first two manipulatives work on improving memory and cognition, while building social skills. The last two manipulatives improve mental acuity and short-term memory.

Ready, Set, Action…Penworthy’s Let’s go to the Movies Kit is meant for movie fanatics. Get ready for a high-stakes game of James Bond Bingo or an auction-themed Hollywood game of John Wayne-Opoly. Don’t forget to test your movie knowledge with a movie trivia game. Lastly, challenge your memory skills with a Wizard of Oz matching game.