The Nutcracker Suite – A Multisensory Music Journey

The Nutcracker Suite – A Multisensory Music Journey™

Discover the magic behind the story of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker Suite, bringing its enchanting characters, dances and musical moments to life through the senses.

Created for learners of all ages, for use across PMLD and SEND provision, inclusive classrooms, specialist settings, home learning and sensory learning environments, this resource invites learners to discover eight contrasting musical pieces through sensory-rich experiences.

Explore the changing rhythms, moods and characters of the music through tactile props, sounds, scents, movement and visual effects, offering opportunities for sensory exploration, communication, choice-making, creativity and shared interaction.

Rooted in a commitment to accessibility, meaningful communication and sensory inclusion, each musical piece offers an invitation to explore, respond and connect.

For Practitioners

  • An accessible introduction to The Nutcracker Suite and its connection to the ballet
  • Eight musical pieces with clear, practical facilitation guidance
  • Core and Movement-Specific Learning & Engagement Outcomes to support planning, differentiation and assessment
  • Grab-and-go At-a-Glance Prop Guide
  • Illustrations to support preparation and facilitation.
  • Flexible activities with accessible alternatives and opportunities for learner-led exploration
  • Sensory Safety & Access Guidance

For Learners

  • Step into the magical world of The Nutcracker Suite
  • Discover eight contrasting musical pieces through sensory exploration
  • Experience changing rhythms, emotions, and musical characters
  • Explore movement, sound, scent and visual effects
  • Express preferences, make choices and enjoy shared musical experiences
  • Retell the story through magical Nutcracker-themed sensory artwork

Perfect for music sessions, sensory storytelling, creative arts, Christmas-themed learning and immersive classroom experiences.

 

 

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Hi

I am a passionate advocate for sensory-rich learning, specialising in developing meaningful, engaging and accessible resources for learners of all ages with diverse sensory and learning needs.

As founder of Rhyming Multisensory Stories, I create Sensory Stories, Multisensory Music Journeys™, Practitioner Guides and inclusive educational resources packed with sensory-rich activities.

With over two decades of experience, I began my career teaching children from travelling communities in Spain and working in mainstream education, before moving into specialist education and founding my own business.

My comprehensive self-paced online CPD programme offers practical training in sensory storytelling and multisensory engagement, priced at £10 to keep professional development affordable.

I deliver workshops for Creative Education and EQUALS and create recorded presentations for specialist conferences and events, including The Sensory Festival (Hirstwood Training) and the PMLD Conferences (Dr Joanna Grace).

I work with Little Magic Train to develop inclusive sensory content for their EYFS platform, adapting adventures and creating activities for children who benefit from additional support and sensory adaptations.

I am a guest author in Sensory Stories: Making Narratives Accessible Through the Senses by Dr Joanna Grace and Sarah Moseley’s Teaching Reading to All Learners Including Those with Complex Needs. My articles have been published in PMLD Link and SEN Magazine.

My book, Sensory Spaces: An A–Z of Immersive and Creative Environments to Support Sensory Integration (Routledge, ISBN 978-1-032-98911-2), is a practical guide to creating customisable environments that spark curiosity, creativity and storytelling, using accessible everyday resources to support learning, sensory engagement and relaxation. It also features contributions from professionals working across specialist education.

I continually add new resources to my extensive resource bank.

I believe sensory experiences should be creative, meaningful, engaging, accessible and achievable, with learners at the heart of practice. Whether you are exploring sensory storytelling or Multisensory Music Journeys™, looking for fresh inspiration, or seeking practical ideas and guidance, my aim is to provide resources that make sensory learning easier to plan and deliver.

My free monthly teaching planners are packed with sensory-rich ideas and inspiration for PMLD and SEND classrooms, settings and home learning throughout the year.

If you have any questions, would like a free sample of my work or would like to sign up for my free monthly newsletter, please contact:

rhymingmultisensorystories@outlook.com
Your comments and feedback are always welcome.

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