This is little thing is known as a bubble cushion. The theory behind it's use is that if given to a student who requires constant movement for stimulation, it would prevent them from needing to stand up and walk around. Students sitting on it are able to tilt, swivel and perform other adjustments on the seat if required. The dots on the cushion also offer sensory stimulation for students that may require it for a calming feeling. Lastly, the cushion is small and light enough that the student can carry it with them between their seat and the carpet.
Although the cushion did help the student we had provided it for, he often would pick it up and walk around aimlessly with it instead of sitting on it. Although a good resource, it may not be useful for every student.
Although the cushion did help the student we had provided it for, he often would pick it up and walk around aimlessly with it instead of sitting on it. Although a good resource, it may not be useful for every student.
A solution to the bubble cushion was a big leather bean bag chair. It still allows the student to still be able to move around and swivel without leaving his seat but it is too big and heavy for him to move it around and possibly use it to hit anyone with. We also use it in the classroom to declare his area on the carpet so he stays in the same spot right within the teacher's close reach.