Alexander the Avoider: A Sensory Processing Disorder Story

8 minutes 33 seconds

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A lovely story about a child who suffers from a sensory processing disorder and is meant to educate others on the associated issues and potential solutions when one feels anxious or overwhelmed. It also explains the sensory processing disorder from the child's perspective and offers tips for empowering children with a sensory processing disorder. Based on the children's book by Nicole Filippone.

Media Details

Runtime: 8 minutes 33 seconds

Topic: Counseling and Self-Help, Health and Safety, Literature
Subtopic: Children's Literature, Counseling, Diseases and Conditions
Grade/Interest Level: 3 - 5
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Release Year: 2021
Producer/Distributor: Imagination Videobooks

Children's Book

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Still image from: 10 Fat Turkeys

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