Sensory play and exploration are integral to child development. It builds brain connections, cognition, language, fine/gross motor skills, and encourages exploration and understanding of the world. Children with ASN are an underserved population who have been historically discouraged or completely prevented from exploring their world, and are still systemically disadvantaged when it comes to building skills and accessing their local area. That is where KO-NEKT comes in. We can, and do, provide safe spaces for young people to play and grow. In this case, we are really hoping to gain the funding required to expand this to include a sensory room that's components are chosen by our young people. 

Cost Breakdown:

• Balance board – £44.99 (motor skills, emotional regulation) (Chosen by CM and AC)
• Sensory discovery wall - £230 (exploration, emotional regulation, fine motor skills) (Chosen by SK and AA)
• Carousel Spinning Seat x2 - £249.98 (exploration, emotional regulation) (Chosen by all)
• Bubble tube 1.2m – £46.99 (emotional regulation) (Chosen by LM)
• Giant Polydron XL Set 2 big building panels - £289.98 (motor skills, critical thinking, imagination) (Chosen by CM, LM and AC)
• Nursery Radiator Cover Safety Padded & Antibacterial Coated - £90 (safety) (Chosen by staff)

Total: £951.94 - We are applying for £1000 to help cover additional postage costs and one-off installation costs.