Here are some massage stories and a follow-along video on the theme of the ‘Weather and Seasons’. We hope this selection of ideas will inspire you to share the benefits of the Story Massage Programme.
Weather Themed Nursery Rhymes
These two fun nursery rhymes are always popular especially for those children who enjoy joining in with the simple words and strokes. Lots of opportunities for repetition as part of home-school partnership too. You can download the words and Story Massage strokes by clicking on their names below.
And this is always a favourite for all ages and abilities:
Weather Themed Sensory Story
This beautiful weather-themed poem was written by Gill White for PAMIS (Promoting a More Inclusive Society). Below is a follow-along video with Mary Atkinson, co-founder of the Story Massage Programme.
You can download the words here: Sitting by my Window
Seasonal Massage Stories
These massage stories are also perfect for including in your topic about the weather and seasons. You adapt them for different seasons.
More about the Story Massage Programme
The Story Massage Programme combines the benefits of positive, respectful touch with the creativity and engagement of rhymes, songs and stories. Ten simple massage strokes form the basis of the programme. These strokes have a child friendly name, such as The Circle or The Sprinkle, and an easy to recognise symbol. It is a fully inclusive activity, no clothing is removed and no oil is used.
Would you like to train in the Story Massage Programme?
Would you like to learn more? Sign up for our Story Massage Online Course and help share the benefits with the children or adults in your care – at home or at work. Check here for the reviews from people who are using the programme at work and at home with adults and children of all ages and abilities: Five Star Feedback.
We teach you how to share the ten Story Massage strokes and work with you to adapt familiar stories and even create some sensory stories of your own. Ideal for all teachers, SEN staff, support staff, therapists, Early Years practitioners, those working with people with additional needs, Baby Massage Instructors, Relax Kids Coaches… everyone with an interest in sharing positive touch activities with children and adults of all ages and abilities.