Sensory Stories That Come to You
We bring magical sensory stories directly to care homes, residential settings, and SEN birthday parties, creating joyful, meaningful experiences wherever we go.
Our sensory stories are interactive, short stories brought to life through touch, sound, movement, visuals, and plenty of imagination. They’re designed to be easy to follow, fun to explore, and welcoming for everyone—especially those with additional needs.
We offer many different sensory stories (see our list below), covering a wide range of themes and interests. If you’re looking for something extra special, we’re also happy to create new, personalised sensory stories upon request, tailored to individual needs, preferences, or special occasions.
How Sensory Stories Can Help
Sensory stories offer a wide range of benefits and can:
Encourage engagement, curiosity, and attention
Support communication and language development
Promote emotional understanding and wellbeing
Provide a calming, predictable, and reassuring experience
Support sensory regulation and reduce anxiety
Build confidence, enjoyment, and positive interactions
Every session is delivered at a gentle, flexible pace, allowing each person to join in as much or as little as they choose. Whether it’s a cosy visit to a care home, an interactive session in a residential setting, or a truly memorable SEN birthday celebration, our sensory stories create moments of connection, comfort, and fun—because everyone deserves a story they can truly feel.
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Our Stories
Peter Pan
Fly away to Neverland in this magical sensory story adventure. Together, we soar through the night sky, feeling the rush of the wind as we follow Peter Pan to his world of wonder.
Along the way, we meet familiar characters including Wendy, Tinker Bell, the Lost Boys, Captain Hook, and Tiger Lily. Each encounter is brought to life with engaging sensory experiences such as gentle movement, textures, sounds, and visual effects, helping the story feel exciting, immersive, and easy to follow.
This sensory story encourages imagination, engagement, and emotional connection while providing a calming and supportive experience. Delivered at a relaxed pace, it allows everyone to take part in their own way as they explore Neverland and enjoy the magic of flying.
Shrek
Step into the swamp and join Shrek on a fun-filled sensory adventure. In this interactive sensory story, we explore Shrek’s muddy swamp, feeling different textures along the way and listening to the sounds of nature all around us.
As the story unfolds, we meet familiar characters including Donkey, Princess Fiona, and even the grumpy Lord Farquaad. Each part of the story is brought to life using engaging sensory experiences such as touch, sound, movement, and visual effects, making the adventure easy to follow and exciting to explore.
This sensory story supports engagement, communication, and emotional wellbeing while offering a calming and inclusive experience. Delivered at a gentle, flexible pace, it allows everyone to join in in their own way as they explore the swamp, make new friends, and discover that being yourself is something to celebrate
BFG
Step into Giant Country and join the BFG on a magical sensory adventure. In this gentle, interactive story, we explore a world of giants, feeling different textures, listening to sounds, and discovering the wonders of the night.
As the story unfolds, we meet the friendly BFG, Sophie, and even encounter some of the not-so-friendly giants along the way. Each part of the journey is brought to life through engaging sensory experiences such as touch, movement, sound, and visual effects, helping the story feel exciting while remaining calm and reassuring.
This sensory story encourages imagination, engagement, and emotional connection while supporting communication and sensory regulation. Delivered at a relaxed pace, it allows everyone to take part in their own way as they explore Giant Country, catch dreams, and enjoy the magic of a truly big adventure.
Mary Poppins
With a swirl of magic and a pop of imagination, Mary Poppins arrives to lead us on a gentle sensory journey. In this story, we explore magical moments inspired by Mary Poppins, from floating through the sky to discovering surprises hidden inside her carpet bag.
The story focuses on shared experiences, using carefully chosen sensory elements such as soft textures, light movement, familiar sounds, and visual surprises to create moments of wonder and connection. Each part of the story is designed to be calm, predictable, and engaging, making it easy for everyone to follow and enjoy.
This sensory story encourages curiosity, confidence, and emotional connection while offering a comforting and inclusive experience. Delivered at a flexible pace, it allows each participant to take part in their own way, creating a truly magical experience that’s practically perfect in every way.
The American Diner
American Diner Sensory Story invites participants to step into a lively, retro diner where you can drink and eat — and when you ring the service bell, famous Americans come in to meet you!
From the moment the bell rings, the diner comes alive. Each ring brings a new surprise guest, sparking curiosity and excitement as participants wonder: Who will come in next? What will they look like? What will they order? The story unfolds through a series of repeated, predictable moments that help build anticipation and shared attention.
Participants experience a rich mix of sounds, sights, smells, tastes, and textures, inspired by the classic American diner setting. Familiar sensory cues, themed music, and simple actions help ground the experience, while the arrival of each famous American adds a playful twist and keeps the session engaging.
The story is structured but flexible, allowing participants to join in at their own level — from ringing the bell or reacting to each new arrival, to simply watching, listening, and enjoying the atmosphere. Repetition and rhythm support accessibility, while the diner theme keeps the energy warm and inviting.
Carnival
Carnivals Around the World – Sensory Story is a vibrant, feel-good sensory journey that invites everyone to travel the globe, experiencing different carnivals through sound, movement, colour, texture, and rhythm.
The journey begins with the excitement of getting ready for carnival, before moving from place to place to discover how different cultures celebrate. Along the way, there are opportunities to feel the beat of a samba band, enjoy the lively energy of a fairground, experience the bold rhythms of a marching band, and explore the colour and sparkle of Mardi Gras.
The experience continues with the gentler traditions of May Day, inspired by Morris dancing, before building to a joyful, colourful Rio-style celebration. It ends calmly, with space to relax and reflect after the excitement.
The story is structured, repetitive, and inclusive, allowing everyone to take part in ways that feel right for them — through movement, listening, watching, exploring props, or simply enjoying the atmosphere.
Perfect for groups who enjoy music, movement, and cultural celebration, Carnivals Around the World is a joyful, accessible sensory experience full of rhythm, colour, and shared fun
Alien Hunt
Alien Hunt Sensory Story is an energetic, immersive adventure inspired by the familiar rhythm and repetition of We're Going on a Bear Hunt — but this time, the journey heads into outer space!
Participants set off together on a mission to hunt for aliens, moving through a series of exciting space environments. Each stage introduces clear, repeated phrases and actions, helping participants to anticipate what’s coming next while exploring a rich mix of sounds, textures, lights, movement, and sensory surprises.
Expect moments of suspense and excitement as the group travels through different space settings — dark starry skies, mysterious planets, and strange alien terrain — before finally meeting what they’ve been searching for. Sensory cues are timed to support engagement without overwhelm, making the story both thrilling and accessible.
The structure is predictable and rhythmic, encouraging shared attention, vocalisation, movement, and participation at every level. The group can join in by copying sounds or actions, tracking lights, exploring props, or simply enjoying the atmosphere as the adventure unfolds.
Alien Hunt is perfect for groups who enjoy repetition, gentle suspense, and imaginative sensory journeys, offering a playful balance of excitement and reassurance — just the right mix of “a little bit scary” and lots of fun!
Rainforest via magic carpet
Rainforest via a Magic Carpet is an exciting, immersive sensory story that invites participants to climb aboard a magical carpet and journey deep into a vibrant tropical rainforest.
As the carpet lifts and flaps through the air, the group is carried from place to place, with a familiar repeated rhyme guiding each transition and helping build anticipation. Along the way, participants experience the rainforest through a rich blend of sounds, textures, movement, visuals, and sensory surprises, all carefully paced and clearly structured.
The journey includes gliding over rivers, pushing through thick green vines, splashing through tropical rain, and landing among exotic plants and animals. Participants encounter a variety of rainforest creatures — from monkeys and birds to snakes and tigers — with moments of excitement that are playful rather than frightening. Sensory cues such as water spray, rustling textures, animal sounds, and scented plants bring each scene to life.
The story balances adventure and reassurance, using repetition, rhythm, and the constant presence of the magic carpet to help the group feel safe as the environment changes. Everyone can join in at their own level — through watching, listening, tracking movement, exploring props, or responding to repeated phrases and sounds...ROAR!
The Four Seasons via magic carpet
Four Seasons via a Magic Carpet is a calm, immersive sensory story that invites participants to climb aboard a magical carpet and travel gently through spring, summer, autumn, and winter — all in one journey.
As the carpet lifts and glides through the air, each season is introduced one at a time, with clear, predictable transitions that help build anticipation and understanding. Participants experience the changing world through a rich blend of sounds, textures, scents, visuals, and gentle actions, all carefully matched to each season.
Expect the freshness of spring, the warmth and brightness of summer, the rustle and colour of autumn, and the cool calm of winter, with opportunities to pause, explore, and enjoy each sensory moment before moving on. The magic carpet provides a comforting thread throughout, helping learners feel safe and supported as the environment changes around them.
The story is slow-paced, repetitive, and soothing, making it accessible for a wide range of learners. Participants can engage by tracking movement, exploring sensory props, responding to seasonal cues, or simply relaxing and enjoying the journey.
Sheldon Snail Sunbathing
Sheldon Snail’s Sunbathing Session is a gentle, playful sensory story written by the brilliant Pete Wells, designed to immerse participants in a warm, summery seaside adventure.
As the story unfolds, participants follow Sheldon as he pops out of his shell on a sunny day and prepares for a trip to the beach. Along the way, they are invited to feel, smell, taste, hear, and explore a carefully sequenced series of sensory experiences that mirror Sheldon’s journey.
Participants may feel textures like a snail’s shell, a packed bag, slimy trails, and warm sand; smell familiar summer scents such as sun lotion; taste fizzy lemonade; hear seaside sounds like music and seagulls; and enjoy gentle water spray as Sheldon finally reaches the sea. Visual elements such as sunglasses and changes in light help reinforce the story’s rhythm and structure.
The story is slow-paced, repetitive, and predictable, supporting anticipation, shared attention, and engagement at each stage. It finishes with a calm, cosy ending as day turns to night, helping learners wind down after the sensory journey.
Webster Witch's Ugly Potion
Wicked Webster Witch is a gloriously silly, sensory-rich story written by the brilliant Pete Wells — and it’s an absolute favourite for groups who enjoy a bit of mischief alongside their sensory play.
Participants are swept into Webster Witch’s chaotic world as she brews her very ugly potion, exploring a series of hands-on sensory moments filled with textures, smells, sounds, actions, and plenty of exaggerated reactions. The story is highly interactive, with clear cues to touch, smell, listen, join in, and laugh together.
Expect gross-but-fun ingredients, playful surprises, repetition that supports engagement, and a satisfying twist at the end that turns everything on its head. The pacing is calm and accessible, while the content is bold, humorous, and memorable.
Written with Pete Wells’ trademark warmth and understanding of inclusive storytelling, Wicked Webster Witch is perfect for learners who love sensory exploration — and if you’re partial to a bit of toilet humour, this one is definitely for you
Easter Bunny
Going on an Easter Egg Hunt – Sensory Story is a joyful, energetic sensory adventure inspired by the familiar rhythm and repetition of Going on a Bear Hunt, reimagined with a bright springtime and Easter twist.
Participants set off together on an Easter egg hunt, repeating a reassuring refrain as they travel through a series of seasonal environments. Along the way, they explore a rich mix of movement, sounds, textures, visuals, and sensory surprises, all carefully structured to build anticipation and shared excitement.
The journey takes them through long swishy grass, splashing water, colourful flowers, mud, wind, and rainbows, with each obstacle encouraging simple actions and repeated phrases. These moments are playful rather than scary, helping the group feel confident and engaged as they continue the hunt.
As the story builds, curiosity grows — what could be hiding at the end?! The adventure concludes with a friendly Easter surprise, bringing the experience to a warm, celebratory close that encourages smiles, calm reflection, and a sense of achievement.
The story is predictable, rhythmic, and inclusive, allowing participants to join in at their own level — through movement, vocalisation, tracking visuals, or simply enjoying the atmosphere.
Perfect for springtime sessions, Going on an Easter Egg Hunt is ideal for those who enjoy repetition, gentle excitement, and seasonal sensory exploration, offering a fun, accessible experience that captures the joy of Easter without overwhelm.
The Polar Express
Polar Express Sensory Story invites participants to step into a magical winter journey as a train arrives in the night, ready to travel through snow, sound, and sparkle toward a festive destination.
As the story unfolds, participants experience the feeling of boarding the train, the rhythm and vibration of travel, and the changing winter world outside. Carefully timed sensory cues bring the journey to life — from the hush of falling snow and chilly air, to twinkling lights, gentle movement, familiar sounds, and moments of anticipation along the way.
The experience is calm, immersive, and highly structured, with repetition and clear transitions that support understanding and engagement. Participants can join in at their own level — watching, listening, tracking movement, exploring textures, or responding to key sensory moments as the journey continues.
The story builds a sense of wonder and togetherness, ending with a warm, comforting moment that encourages calm regulation and shared attention. It’s less about retelling every detail, and more about capturing the feeling of the journey — cosy, magical, and full of quiet excitement!
Your Ideas
Have a theme in mind? We’d love to bring it to life. Our sensory stories can be fully tailored to your ideas, interests, or special occasions. Whether it’s a favourite place, a beloved memory, a magical adventure, or something completely unique, you tell us the theme and we’ll create a sensory-rich story to match.
This is perfect for care homes, residential settings, and SEN birthday parties, allowing each experience to feel personal, meaningful, and engaging. No idea is too big or too small — if it matters to you, we’ll build a story around it.