Centre of Excellence awarded to Thorntree Primary School who share their nurture ideas and positive experiences of using the programme within nurture groups.
Five Nurture Ideas for the Story Massage Programme in School
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Story Massage Programme blog
Sharing Sensory Stories on a Resonance Board
Story Massage Practitioner and Makaton trainer, Jen Hembolt, shares her experiences of introducing sensory stories on a resonance board for a non-verbal child.
Story Massage Strokes as Self-Massage
Self-massage on hands and arms is a useful and effective way of introducing the Story Massage Programme to some children.
Enhancing Communication for Pupils with PMLD
Improved communication and social interaction are among the key benefits of the Story Massage Programme at Ty Gwyn Special School in Cardiff.
Helping Children Cope with Bereavement
This massage story was written by Kath Routledge to help her 7 year old daughter cope with bereavement. It is now widely used by in many different settings. Download your free copy here.
Bedtime Story Massage for Thomas
Looking for bedtime ideas? Find our how the Story Massage Programme helps one family establish a bedtime routine for Thomas, who has complex needs and PMLD.
The Story Massage Programme in Action
Watch six short videos showing the Story Massage Programme being enjoyed by children and adults of all ages and abilities.
Story Massage Programme in Care Homes in New Zealand
We talk to Clare Gibbons about her work with the Story Massage Programme in care homes and hospitals in New Zealand.
Introducing Baby Story Massage Classes
Are you looking for a follow-on from you Baby Massage Classes? We look at the benefits and practicalities of running Baby Story Massage Classes.