29 Musical Sensory Activities to Help Children Focus, Move & Regulate

FREE MUSICAL SENSORY MENU FOR PARENTS, TEACHERS & THERAPISTS
Does your child struggle with focus, transitions, big emotions, or regulating their energy?
Music can be a powerful tool for helping children engage, move, connect, and regulate.
Get our FREE Musical Sensory Menu with 29 simple music experiences you can use at home, in the classroom, or in therapy.
INSIDE THE FREE MENU, YOU'LL FIND IDEAS FOR:
Focus & Attention
Structured musical activities to encourage engagement and participation.
Sensory Regulation
Music and movement strategies for children who need more or less stimulation.
Movement & Energy
Rhythm, drumming, marching, and movement activities.
Transitions
Familiar songs and musical cues to make daily routines more predictable.
The Key?
It's not just about finding a song your child likes.
It's about asking:
“What does my child need right now?”
Then choosing music that supports that need.
GET YOUR FREE MUSICAL SENSORY MENU
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Just practical music strategies you can start using right away.
Created by Anderson Music Therapy Services
Our music therapists help children and families use music intentionally to support communication, attention, regulation, movement, social interaction, and emotional development.


