The Sensory Code by The OT Butterfly
Learn how to decode behavior using a nervous system lens and how to incorporate sensory strategies into your daily life by these real life case study examples.
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Classroom regulation and accommodations to prevent aggression
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Letâs jump right back into Jacobâs story.[Start at part 1 here, or catch up on part 2 here]
Jacobâs parents were eager to try anything that might decrease his aggressive behaviors at his co-op preschool. Based on what we knew (that he seeks...
by Laura Petix â
Sep 29, 2025
aggression
classroom
heavy work
meltdowns
mixed thresholds
repair
social skills
tactile sensitivity
Sensitive to touch, but rough in play
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Welcome to part 2 of Jacobâs story, you can check out part 1 [here].
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Jacobâs parents were doing their best to keep up with his big sensory cup and constant need for movement, but there also seemed to be big emotions tied up in that cup.
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While some kids mask at school and save their meltd...
by Laura Petix â
Sep 22, 2025
aggression
classroom
meltdowns
mixed thresholds
social skills
tactile sensitivity
Meet Jacob: A fearless, adventurous preschooler with feelings bigger than his sensory cup.
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At the fresh age of 3, Jacob already knew exactly what he wanted out of each day: get as muddy as possible, jump from the tallest tree he could find, be the loudest kid in the room aaannnndddd keep his parents and teachers on their toesâbecause life would be boring otherwise, right?
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by Laura Petix â
Sep 15, 2025
aggression
big feelings
hitting
meltdowns
preschool
sensory seeking
The subtle clue that a meltdown is coming
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If youâre just joining us, hereâs a mini review of Mina, our case study for this month.
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Mina is 3 years old and does great when sheâs in control and everything in her environment and days are scheduled and run exactly how she likes it. Easy peasy, right? đ
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Minaâs parents wanted help making...
by Laura Petix â
Aug 04, 2025
aggression
behavior
coregulation
dysregulation
meltdowns
morning meltdowns
âHe doesnât need accommodations⌠heâs too smartâ
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Welcome to the final chapter of Wesleyâs story.Â
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As a reminder, these case-studies are inspired by real-life clients I have worked with, with permission from their parents to share. Some aspects of the case are authentic, and other details are added to include more variability for our disc...
by Laura Petix â
May 19, 2025
aggression
behavior
classroom
giftedness
"Something's wrong with me"
Welcome to part 2 of Wesleyâs story. You can go back to part 1 here, but as a quick reminder, Wesleyâs family is seeking support for his dysregulation at school, leading to some peer conflicts and interfering with his participation in other classroom activities.Â
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by Laura Petix â
May 05, 2025
aggression
classroom
cozy corner
recess
self regulation
transitions
Wesley: A Bright, Sensitive First Grader Navigating a New School Environment
Meet Wesley
Wesley is a curious, highly intelligent first grader who recently transitioned to a Waldorf school, which was perfect because he thrives in environments rich with movement, creativity, and hands-on learning. Academically, Wesley is ahead of his peers, quickly grasping new concepts an...
by Laura Petix â
Apr 28, 2025
aggression
classroom
giftedness
The Sensory Code by The OT Butterfly