Sensory Guide a Resource for Guests with Cognitive Disabilities Including Autism Spectrum Disorder (Asd) Overview Page 6
SENSORY GUIDE A RESOURCE FOR GUESTS WITH COGNITIVE DISABILITIES INCLUDING AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER (ASD) OVERVIEW PAGE 6
Planning your trip to Sesame Place
AMENITIES PAGE 11
Sesame Place has so many ways to make your day a success
WATER RIDES & ATTRACTIONS PAGE 17
Splash and slide on our water rides and attractions
DRY RIDES & ATTRACTIONS PAGE 23
Spin, soar and swing on our dry rides and attractions
SHOWS & PARADES PAGE 36
Sing, dance and clap along at our daily character shows and parades
MEET & DINE PAGE 44
Meet, greet and eat with your favorite Sesame Street friends SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 3
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SENSORY LEVEL SUMMARY OPEN SEASONALLY 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TYPE ATTRACTION TOUCH TASTE SOUND SMELL SIGHT
Big Bird’s Rambling River 5 1.5 3.5 1.5 1.5
Ernie’s Waterworks 3.5 1.5 3.5 1.5 1.5
Sesame Streak 1.5 1.5 3.5 1.5 1.5
Sky Splash 5 1.5 3.5 1.5 3.5
Slimey’s Chutes 2 1.5 3.5 1.5 1.5
Slippery Slopes 4 1.5 3.5 1.5 3.5
Teeny Tiney Tidal Wave 2 1.5 3.5 1.5 1.5
The Count’s Splash Castle 4 1.5 4 1.5 1.5
Bert & Ernie’s Slip & Slid 3.5 1.5 3.5 1.5 2.5
Blast Off 4 1 4 1 3
Peek-A-Bug 3.5 1 3 1 2
Elmo’s Cloud Chaser 4 1 4 1 3.5
Flyin’ Fish 3 1 2.5 1 2
Captain Cookie’s High “C’s” Adventure 4 1 3 1 1
Flying Cookie Jars 3 1 2.5 1 3
Honker Dinger Derby 5 1 3.5 1 2.5
Mini Monster Clubhouse 1.5 1 1.5 1 1.5
Monster Clubhouse 3.5 1 4 1 3
Monster Mix-Up 3.5 1 4 1 2
Oscar’s Rotten Rusty Rockets 2.5 1 3 1 1
Oscar’s Wacky Taxi Coaster 5 1 4 1 3
Snuffy’s Slides 2 1 1.5 1 1.5
Sunny Day Carousel 3.5 1 3 1 1.5
Vapor Trail Coaster 5 1 4 1 3
The Castle Swing 3.5 1 3 1 3
The Count’s Cruisers 2.5 1 3 1 1.5
The Count’s Fly By 3.5 1 3 1 2.5
Silly Sand Slide 2 1 1.5 1 1.5
Mix ‘n’ Match Twiddle Tracks 2 1 2 1 1
Sesame Place Furry Express 2.5 1 4 1 3
Christmas Light Display 1 1 5 1 5
Christmas Storytime 2.5 1 3 1 2.5
*Rated by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Services (IBCCES). © 2018 IBCCES. All rights reserved. SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 4
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SENSORY LEVEL SUMMARY OPEN SEASONALLY 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TYPE ATTRACTIONS TOUCH TASTE SOUND SMELL SIGHT
Let’s Play Together 3 1 4.5 1 4
The Magic of Art 3 1 4.5 1 4
Elmo The Musical LIVE! 3 1 4.5 1 4.5
Neighborhood Street Party Parade 5 1 6 1 6
Neighborhood Street Party Night Parade 5 1 6 1 6.5
Elmo The Musical - LIVE - Halloween! 3 1 4.5 1 4.5
The Not-Too-Spooky Howl-O-Ween Radio Show 3 1 5 1.5 4
“Who Said Boo?” Show 3 1 4.5 1 4
Neighborhood Street Party Halloween Parade 5 1 6 1 6
1-2-3 Christmas Tree Show 2.5 1 5 1 5
A Sesame Street Christmas Show 2.5 1 4.5 1 4
Elmo’s Christmas Wish Show 2 1 4.5 1 4
Elmo The Musical LIVE Christmas Show 3 1 4.5 1 4.5
Neighborhood Street Party Christmas Parade 5 1 6 1 6
Dine with Elmo & Friends 3.5 5 3.5 5 3
Christmas Dine with Elmo 3.5 5 3.5 5 3
Dine with Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer 3 1 3 1 3
Sweet Treats with Santa 3.5 5 3.5 5 3
Meet the Sesame Street Character Photo Op 3 1 3 1 3
Meet Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer 2 1 2 1 2.5
Santa’s Furry Workshop 2 1 1 1 2.5
*Rated by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Services (IBCCES). © 2018 IBCCES. All rights reserved. OVERVIEW SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 6
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A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO THE INTERNATIONAL BOARD OF CREDENTIALING AND CONTINUING EDUCATION STANDARDS (IBCCES) FOR DEVELOPING THIS SENSORY GUIDE FOR SESAME PLACE.
For almost 20 years, IBCCES has been the industry leader in autism training for licensed healthcare professionals and educators around the globe. IBCCES recognized that many families with children who have special needs have limited travel options, and in response, created training and certification programs specifically for the hospitality and travel industry.
The assessors believe the information contained within this assessment report to be correct at the time of printing. The assessors do not accept responsibility for any consequences arising from the use of the information herein. The report is based on matters which were observed or came to the attention of the assessors during the day of the assessment and should not be relied upon as an exhaustive record of all possible risks or hazards that may exist or potential improvements that can be made. SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 7
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SESAME PLACE IS THE FIRST THEME PARK IN THE WORLD TO BE DESIGNATED AS A CERTIFIED AUTISM CENTER
OVERVIEW At Sesame Place, it is our goal to provide every family with an enjoyable and memorable visit, and we are proud to offer specialized services to guests with autism and other special needs.
Our team members receive training in the following areas: • Sensory Awareness • Motor Skills • Autism Overview • Program Development • Social Skills • Communication • Environment • Emotional Awareness SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 8
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MEET JULIA Julia is a sweet and curious 4-year-old with autism.
The orange-haired girl with twinkling eyes sometimes does things differently, “in a Julia sort of way”, but Elmo and Abby help the other kids on Sesame Street understand that even if Julia doesn’t look you in the eye, it doesn’t mean that she doesn’t want to be your friend. Simply by making Julia “part of the gang,” she is already having a big impact, helping to teach children and families all about acceptance. Julia highlights that while the differences between children with autism and their peers may seem significant, all children have something far more important: unique qualities and talents that make the world a more interesting place!
Say “hello” to Julia at Sesame Place and take photos with her at Photos with Elmo & Friends. SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 9
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SESAME ISLAND 1 ATTRACTIONS COUNT’S COURT COUNT’S COURT 1 Big Bird’s Rambling River * 2 Ernie’s Waterworks * ATTRACTIONS 3 Sand Castle Beach * * 7 1 The Count’s Splash Castle DINING 6 7 2 Sesame Streak * 5 3 Slippery Slopes * 4 Abby Cadabby’s Garden Grille 4 5 Captain Ernie’s Bistro 5 8 8 DINING 6 Grover’s Island Grille 4 The Count’s Cool Creations 10 SHOWS 3 5 Count’s Cart 7 Abby’s Paradise Theater 15 2 3 SESAME 6 SHOPPING/PHOTOS SHOPPING 11 3 6 Count’s Marketplace 9 7 Count’s Court Lockers 8 Trader Bert’s Treasures ISLAND 3 4 ISLAND CABANAS * 2 GAMES * Water attractions and cabanas 8 Sesame Playhouse are open through September 16. 12 1 1 4 2 7 THE COUNT’S CABANAS* 13 ELMO’S * Water attractions and cabanas TWIDDLEBUG LAND 5 are open through September 16. 1 WORLD ATTRACTIONS SESAME 2 5 1 Sky Splash* 14 2 Mix ‘N’ Match Twiddle Tracks 7 6 NEIGHBORHOOD 3 Teeny Tiny Tidal Wave* 10
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SHOPPING/PHOTOS R 4 8 ATTRACTIONS 6 Tattoos E 9 1 Sunny Day Carousel
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* Water attractions and cabanas A 2 Elmo’s Eatery
are open through September 16. 4 P 3 3 Cookie’s Café 6 4 Cone Corner 5 Grover’s Eats on the Street SESAME PLAZA 2 3 2 6 Snuffy’s Street Treats ATTRACTIONS 3 7 5 3 5 COOKIE’S SHOWS 1 Vapor Trail 7 Sesame Place ® Neighborhood DINING SESAME 6 MONSTERLAND Theater™ 2 Dine With Me! TWIDDLEBUG PLAZA 8 Sesame Studio 3 Plaza Cart SHOPPING/PHOTOS LAND 6 7 SHOPPING/PHOTOS 1 9 Mr. Hooper’s Emporium 4 Finders Keepers Gift Shop 10 Oscar’s Garage 5 Photos and Rentals 9 7 11 Caricatures 6 Vapor Trail Photo 12 Face Painting 7 Super Grover’s Goodies 1 13 Handimals 8 Sesame Plaza Lockers 4 14 Abby's Surf Shop 9 Twiddlebug Cart 8 5 GAMES
WELCOME Reserved. Rights All Workshop. Sesame 2018 TM/© & Place Sesame 2018 © 15 Party Pop ™ 2 CENTER OSCAR’S WACKY TAXI GUEST PARK ENTRANCE ATTRACTIONS RELATIONS 1 Oscar’s Wacky Taxi N SHOPPING /PHOTOS 2 Oscar's Wacky Taxi Photos & Gifts ELMO’S WORLD GAMES ATTRACTIONS 3 Oscar's Disc Drop OSCAR’S COOKIE’S MONSTERLAND ™ 1 Flyin’ Fish 1 3 ATTRACTIONS DINING 2 Elmo’s Cloud Chaser Men’s Restroom ATM WACKY TAXI 2 1 Captain Cookie’s 8 Cookie’s Sometimes/Anytime 3 Blast Off Women’s Restroom Text Telephone High C’s Adventure Food Market 4 Peek-A-Bug Restrooms Most Accessible Path 2 Honker Dinger Derby 5 Snuffy’s Slides Showers Special Access Entrance SHOPPING/PHOTOS 3 Oscar’s Rotten Rusty Rockets 6 Bert & Ernie’s Slip & Slide * Automated External Character Photo Spot 9 Photos with Elmo & Friends Defibrillator 4 Monster Mix-Up SHOPPING/PHOTOS P Penny Press GAMES First Aid 5 Flying Cookie Jars 7 Elmo’s World Lockers 10 Cookie Drop 6 Mini Monster Clubhouse FAMILY ACCOMMODATIONS * Water attractions and cabanas are open through September 16. Family Care Center – Nursing Stations, Bottle Warming, Lost Children 7 Monster Clubhouse
MAP LEGEND MAP Quiet Rooms
SESAME PLACE ADDRESS 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne, PA 19047
CONNECT WITH US ONLINE Find more information at SesamePlace.com.
TM/© 2018 Sesame Workshop. © 2018 SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, Inc. All Rights Reserved. © 2018 The Coca-Cola Company. TM/© Mott’s LLP. Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and all related elements © & TM under license to Character Arts, LLC. All rights reserved. AMENITIES SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 11
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HOTEL & VACATION PACKAGES Book your Sesame Place vacation with our hotel partners to enjoy the following benefits: • Exclusive savings on park tickets • Kids eat FREE at Dine with Elmo & Friends • Exclusive pricing on add-on items • In-park discounts • One-time ride again privilege • One-time advance show seating • Early park entry
WELCOME CENTER For general park information and guest services, please visit the Welcome Center, located just inside of the front gate on the left-hand side. Guest services at The Welcome Center include: • Enrollment in our Ride Accessibility Program • Assistance with Season Pass Memberships • Ticket upgrades • Lost & Found inquiries • Teletypewriter (TTY) phone access
QUIET ROOMS Sesame Place has two new quiet rooms near Big Bird’s Rambling River to give your family some quiet time and relief from sensory stimulation. Rooms feature adjustable lighting and comfortable seating. SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 12
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PARKING Preferred Parking is located on the same side of the street as Sesame Place. General Parking is located across the street from the entrance of Sesame Place.
A limited number of accessible parking spaces are available on a “first-come, first- serve” basis in our Accessible Parking Lot located in front of the main entrance to the park. Guests must enter through our Preferred parking lot and notify the tollbooth employee that accessible parking is needed. Vehicles should display a disabled permit to the tollbooth employee.
QUICK PAY With QuickPay, you can make purchases all day without carrying your wallet. You use your credit or debit card to set up a spending account and then use your waterproof wristband to charge purchases throughout the park. • Pre-enroll online at sesameplace.com or enroll at the park at Guest Relations, the Welcome Center, or any cabana location • You have the ability to enroll each member of your party and set spending limits for your youngest party members • Each member will be issued waterproof wristbands to charge purchases throughout the park • Your account automatically settles at the end of each day
QuickPay is a courtesy service and there are no fees associated with its use. Guests may extend wristbands to be valid for multiple days by visiting Guest Relations. SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 13
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RIDE ACCESSIBILITY PROGRAM Our Ride Accessibility Program (RAP) matches the individual abilities of our guests to the requirements of each ride. RAP is designed to allow guests to fully participate in the enjoyment of our park while keeping in mind the safety requirements of our rides and attractions.
To enroll in the RAP program, we recommend filling out the Ride Accessibility Questionnaire before your arrival. The questionnaire can be found on our website in the Accessibility Section.
QUESTIONNAIRE: For assistance in finding rides and attractions personalized for you, please fill out the Ride Accessibility Questionnaire before your arrival. Please bring your completed questionnaire to the Welcome Center, which is situated just past the turnstiles on the left-hand side, and they will provide a list of rides and attractions personalized just for you.
SPECIAL ACCESS PROGRAM: The Special Access Program (SAP) is designed to allow our guests to enjoy priority boarding on attractions if the guest is not able to do so due to his/her disability. Special Access provides guests with priority boarding on dry rides up to six times and priority boarding to water tower attractions and Big Bird’s Rambling River up the three times. • Guests wishing to use Special Access must enroll in our Ride Accessibility Program at the Welcome Center • Maximum party size for Special Access is four – the guest enrolled in our program and up to three additional guests SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 14
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CABANA RENTALS Our cabana areas allow more private settings for families and guests who are looking for a break from sensory stimulation. Cabanas can be rented online or at Photos & Rentals, located next to Finders Keepers.
TWIDDLEBUG CABANAS: ISLAND CABANAS: Relax in one of the Twiddlebug Enjoy the luxury and privacy of an Cabanas and enjoy a private splash Island Cabana. Relax in one of the Island area, concierge service and exclusive Cabanas and enjoy river-side seating for character meet & greets for up to up to six people (including children and 6 guests infants), conveniently located near • Located next to Teeny Tiny Tidal Wave Big Bird’s Rambling River. in Twiddlebug Land • Located near Big Bird’s Rambling River • Private Splash Area • Exclusive character interactions • Concierge Service • Front-of-line access to Big Bird’s Rambling River COUNT’S CABANAS: Enjoy the luxury and privacy of a Count’s Cabana. Relax and enjoy pool-side seating for up to 6 guests. • Located next to the Count’s Splash Castle • Private cabana for up to 6 guests • Exclusive character interactions SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 15
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DINING Guests looking for a quieter dining environment are encouraged to visit meal facilities during non-peak hours or ahead of meal time.
For additional assistance or questions about visiting a restaurant during your visit, please contact [email protected].
ALLERGY FRIENDLY: Sesame Place® is committed to providing all guests with a safe and enjoyable dining experience. Allergy-friendly meals are offered at our dining facilities. Guests with food allergies are encouraged to contact [email protected] with any questions. • Picnic lunches are not permitted in the park. Exceptions to our outside food/beverage policy can be made for guests with special dietary needs, including food allergies. Please notify a Security Team Member performing the security bag check at the front gate that you or a member of your party has a food allergy/intolerance. Items may be stored in coolers 10”X10”X12” or smaller. Glass containers are not allowed.
CHARACTER DINING: For guests who want to book a character dine but would prefer to have limited character interaction or seating furthest away from character performances, please contact [email protected]. WATER RIDES & ATTRACTIONS SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 17
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RIDE NAME: BIG BIRD’S RAMBLING RIVER
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Riders float on an inner tube along a 1,000-foot waterway through Sesame Island past bubbling, swirling waters and spraying geysers, under waterfalls and palm trees with water-filled tipping coconuts.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 5 TASTE 1.5 SOUND 3.5 SMELL 1.5 SIGHT 1.5
• Winding water pool • Chance of water splashing • Water and splashing • Slight chlorine smell • Glare from sun, reflected in mouth (small amounts) sounds in water on water, may be bright • Ride - laying or seated on rubber inner tube • During busy times, • Other natural smells crowd noise levels can associated with • Close proximity to be very high outdoor parks other riders • Trees and waterfalls spray water - may splash in eyes or ears • Life vest required for children under 42” tall
RIDE NAME: ERNIE’S WATERWORKS
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: An interactive water adventure playground.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 3.5 TASTE 1.5 SOUND 3.5 SMELL 1.5 SIGHT 1.5
• Wade water pool • Chance of water splashing • Water and splashing • Slight chlorine smell • Glare from sun, reflected in mouth (small amounts) sounds in water on water, may be bright • Fountains and mazes spray water - may splash • During busy times, • Other natural smells • Open areas to play in eyes or ears crowd noise levels can associated with outdoor in water be very high parks • Open areas to play in water
*Rated by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Services (IBCCES). © 2018 IBCCES. All rights reserved. SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 18
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RIDE NAME: SESAME STREAK
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Single or double riders ride on an inner tube down two twisting chutes (slides) and end in a splash pool. Parents and young children can experience the fun together on double tubes.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 1.5 TASTE 1.5 SOUND 3.5 SMELL 1.5 SIGHT 1.5
• Water slide • Chance of water splashing • Water and splashing • Slight chlorine smell • Glare from sun, reflected in mouth (small amounts) sounds in water on water, may be bright • Ride - laying or seated on a rubber inner tube • During busy times, • Other natural smells • Open areas to play crowd noise levels can associated with outdoor in water • Open areas to play be very high parks in water
RIDE NAME: SKY SPLASH
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: More than 6 stories tall, up to 6 riders can board an inner tube. Riders slide from gentle “sky” ponds into accelerator slides and plunge into a splash pool.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 5 TASTE 1.5 SOUND 3.5 SMELL 1.5 SIGHT 3.5
• Water slide • Chance of water splashing • Water and splashing • Slight chlorine smell • Glare from sun, reflected in mouth (small amounts) sounds in water on water, may be bright • Ride - seated on a rubber inner tube • During busy times, • Other natural smells • Slide height (6 stories crowd noise levels can associated with outdoor tall) may impact visual • Climb - must walk up be very high parks sensitivity stairs / may need to grip handrail • Life vest required for children under 36” tall
*Rated by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Services (IBCCES). © 2018 IBCCES. All rights reserved. SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 19
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RIDE NAME: SLIMEY’S CHUTES
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Ideal for young children, Slimey’s Chutes (named for Oscar’s friend, Slimey the Worm) is a yellow and white double-slide inner tube ride.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 2 TASTE 1.5 SOUND 3.5 SMELL 1.5 SIGHT 1.5
• Water slide • Chance of water splashing • Water and splashing • Slight chlorine smell • Glare from sun, reflected in mouth (small amounts) sounds in water on water, may be bright • Ride - seated on a rubber inner tube • During busy times, • Other natural smells crowd noise levels can associated with outdoor • Life vest required for be very high parks children under 36” tall
RIDE NAME: SLIPPERY SLOPES
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: At full-speed, riders slide down one of four slides (up to 75 feet long) and land in a splash pool.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 4 TASTE 1.5 SOUND 3.5 SMELL 1.5 SIGHT 3.5
• Water slide • Chance of water splashing • Water and splashing • Slight chlorine smell • Glare from sun, reflected in mouth (small amounts) sounds in water on water, may be bright • Ride - fast movement • During busy times, • Other natural smells • Slide height (up to 75 • Climb - must walk up crowd noise levels can associated with outdoor feet long) may impact stairs / may need to be very high parks visual sensitivity grip handrail
*Rated by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Services (IBCCES). © 2018 IBCCES. All rights reserved. SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 20
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RIDE NAME: TEENY TINEY TIDAL WAVE
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: This 10,000-square-foot wave pool has a maximum depth of 1-foot-6-inches and is ideal for younger children to play and splash.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 2 TASTE 1.5 SOUND 3.5 SMELL 1.5 SIGHT 1.5
• Wave pool - water setting • Chance of water splashing • Water and splashing • Slight chlorine smell • Glare from sun, reflected in mouth (small amounts) sounds in water on water, may be bright • Open areas to play in water • During busy times, • Other natural smells • Open areas to play crowd noise levels can associated with outdoor in water • Waves may have slight be very high parks rocking sensation
RIDE NAME: THE COUNT’S SPLASH CASTLE
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Enjoy over 90 different play elements and countless ways to get soaked, including a 1,000-gallon, tipping bucket, water slides, water curtains, hydroblasters and more.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 4 TASTE 1.5 SOUND 4 SMELL 1.5 SIGHT 1.5
• Primarily a water setting • Chance of water splashing • Water and splashing • Slight chlorine smell • Glare from sun, reflected in mouth (small amounts) sounds in water on water, may be bright • Climb - may need to climb stairs / grip handrail • During busy times, • Other natural smells • Open areas to play crowd noise levels can associated with outdoor in water • Multi-level interactive be very high parks play elements - bridges, buckets, levers, water wheels • Open areas to play in water
*Rated by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Services (IBCCES). © 2018 IBCCES. All rights reserved. SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 21
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RIDE NAME: BERT & ERNIE’S SLIP & SLIDE
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Attraction features two intertwining body slides that twist and turn their way down, ending in a splash pool.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 3.5 TASTE 1.5 SOUND 3.5 SMELL 1.5 SIGHT 2.5
• Water slide • Chance of water splashing • Water and splashing • Slight chlorine smell • Glare from sun, reflected in mouth (small amounts) sounds in water on water, may be bright • Climb - must be able to walk up stairs / may be • During busy times, • Other natural smells • Slide height may impact able to grip handrail crowd noise levels can associated with outdoor visual sensitivity be very high parks • Ride - twists and turns on slide
*Rated by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Services (IBCCES). © 2018 IBCCES. All rights reserved. DRY RIDES & ATTRACTIONS SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 23
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RIDE NAME: BLAST OFF
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Riders are strapped into a “rocket ship” and bounce towards the sky (approx. 40 feet in the air) and bounce back down to the earth.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 4 TASTE 1 SOUND 4 SMELL 1 SIGHT 3
• Ride - strapped to seat • Not applicable • During busy times, • Natural smells associated • Ride height (reaches crowd noise levels can with outdoor parks approx. 40 feet) may • Grip - must be able to be very high impact visual sensitivity hold onto safety restraint • Ride - jerking motion as it bounces up and down • Ride - fast movement
RIDE NAME: PEEK-A-BUG
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Riders sit in a “bug train” and spin and slide from side to side.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 3.5 TASTE 1 SOUND 3 SMELL 1 SIGHT 2
• Ride - metal bar straps • Not applicable • Buzzing sound as ride • Natural smells associated • Spinning sensation may rider in seat; must be able spins and slides with outdoor parks impact visual sensitivity to sit upright • During busy times, • Grip - must be able to crowd noise levels can hold onto lap bar be very high • Spinning sensation • Sliding sensation • Fast motion
*Rated by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Services (IBCCES). © 2018 IBCCES. All rights reserved. SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 24
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RIDE NAME: ELMO’S CLOUD CHASER
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: A family swing ride that takes riders on a circular trip in the air.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 4 TASTE 1 SOUND 4 SMELL 1 SIGHT 3.5
• Ride - strapped to seat • Not applicable • Buzzing sound as ride • Natural smells associated • Ride height (reaches ascends, spins and with outdoor parks approx. 40 feet) and • Grip - must be able to descends spinning sensation may hold onto safety restraint impact visual sensitivity • During busy times, • Spinning sensation crowd noise levels can be very high
RIDE NAME: FLYIN’ FISH
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Riders sit in an Elmo fish and take a circular trip through an imaginary ocean, moving up and down over imaginary waves.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 3 TASTE 1 SOUND 2.5 SMELL 1 SIGHT 2
• Ride - strapped to seat • Not applicable • Buzzing sound as • Natural smells associated • Some height in air and ride spins with outdoor parks slight spinning sensation; • Grip - must be able to may impact visual hold onto safety restraint • During busy times, sensitivity crowd noise levels can • Slight spinning sensation be very high • Slight wavelike motion
*Rated by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Services (IBCCES). © 2018 IBCCES. All rights reserved. SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 25
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RIDE NAME: CAPTAIN COOKIE’S HIGH “C’S” ADVENTURE
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: A short circular ride with small bumps that mimics a boat riding on ocean waves.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 4 TASTE 1 SOUND 3 SMELL 1 SIGHT 1
• Ride - metal lap bar straps • Not applicable • Sounds of wind / ocean • Natural smells associated • Not applicable riders in seat waves with outdoor parks • Grip - must be able to • During busy times, hold onto lap bar crowd noise levels can be very high • Spinning sensation • Slight sensation of riding on waves
RIDE NAME: FLYING COOKIE JARS
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Riders sit in a giant cookie jar and spin around 40 feet above the ground.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 3 TASTE 1 SOUND 2.5 SMELL 1 SIGHT 3
• Ride - strapped to seat • Not applicable • Buzzing sound as ride • Natural smells associated • Ride height (reaches spins with outdoor parks approx. 40 feet) and • Spinning sensation spinning sensation may • During busy times, impact visual sensitivity crowd noise levels can be very high
*Rated by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Services (IBCCES). © 2018 IBCCES. All rights reserved. SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 26
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RIDE NAME: HONKER DINGER DERBY
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: On this ride, riders experience twists and turns as they sit in colorful derby cars and take a spin in the air.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 5 TASTE 1 SOUND 3.5 SMELL 1 SIGHT 2.5
• Ride - strapped to seat; • Not applicable • Buzzing sound as ride • Natural smells associated • Some height in air and must be able to sit upright spins, twists and turns with outdoor parks spinning sensation; may impact visual sensitivity • Grip - must be able to • During busy times, hold onto safety bar crowd noise levels can be very high • Spinning sensation • Rocking sensation from twists and turns • Fast motion
RIDE NAME: MINI MONSTER CLUBHOUSE
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: In this colorful toddler play area, children can climb, crawl, jump and play.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 1.5 TASTE 1 SOUND 1.5 SMELL 1 SIGHT 1.5
• Soft play areas to climb, • Not applicable • During busy times, • Natural smells associated • Tubes / tunnels may crawl, jump and play crowd noise levels can with outdoor parks impact visual sensitivity be very high
*Rated by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Services (IBCCES). © 2018 IBCCES. All rights reserved. SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 27
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RIDE NAME: MONSTER CLUBHOUSE
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: In this 3-story net climb, children and parents can have lots of fun climbing and exploring.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 3.5 TASTE 1 SOUND 4 SMELL 1 SIGHT 3
• Hard and soft play areas • Not applicable • During busy times, • Natural smells associated • 3-story climb may impact to climb, crawl, jump crowd noise levels can with outdoor parks visual sensitivity and play be very high • Tubes / tunnels may • Climb - may need to walk impact visual sensitivity up steps and grip rope / safety rail • May come in close proximity to others
RIDE NAME: MONSTER MIX-UP
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: In this ride, children and parents can “move and groove” as they spin across the floor in a tea cup.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 3.5 TASTE 1 SOUND 4 SMELL 1 SIGHT 2
• Ride - must be able to • Not applicable • Buzzing sound as • Natural smells associated • Spinning sensation may sit upright ride spins with outdoor parks impact visual sensitivity • Spinning sensation • Music playing • Fast motion • During busy times, crowd noise levels can be very high
*Rated by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Services (IBCCES). © 2018 IBCCES. All rights reserved. SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 28
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RIDE NAME: OSCAR’S ROTTEN RUSTY ROCKETS
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Riders sit in a trash can rocket-ship and glide their way around twists and turns.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 2.5 TASTE 1 SOUND 3 SMELL 1 SIGHT 1
• Ride - strapped to seat; • Not applicable • Buzzing sound as ride • Natural smells associated • Not applicable must be able to sit upright twists with outdoor parks • Grip - must be able to • During busy times, hold onto safety bar crowd noise levels can be very high • Rocking sensation from twists and turns
RIDE NAME: OSCAR’S WACKY TAXI COASTER
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: A wooden-steel hybrid roller coaster with bright yellow, taxi cab inspired train with everyone’s favorite grouch at the helm
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 5 TASTE 1 SOUND 4 SMELL 1 SIGHT 3
• Ride - bar straps rider in; • Not applicable • Clicking sound as wheels • Natural smells associated • Ride height may impact must be able to sit upright move along the tracks with outdoor parks visual sensitivity • Jerking and rocking • During busy times, crowd sensations from twists, noise levels can be high turns and dips • Fast motion
*Rated by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Services (IBCCES). © 2018 IBCCES. All rights reserved. SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 29
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RIDE NAME: SNUFFY’S SLIDES
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Children will enjoy their trip down this slide.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 2 TASTE 1 SOUND 1.5 SMELL 1 SIGHT 1.5
• Slide down tunnel • Not applicable • During busy times, • Natural smells associated • Slide tunnel may impact crowd noise levels can with outdoor parks visual sensitivity • Climb - must be able to be very high walk up stairs • Grip - must be able to hold onto safety rial along stairs
RIDE NAME: SUNNY DAY CAROUSEL
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Children and parents can take a ride on this colorful merry-go-round.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 3.5 TASTE 1 SOUND 3 SMELL 1 SIGHT 1.5
• Ride - strapped to • Not applicable • Music playing • Natural smells associated • Slight spinning sensation carousel horse; must be with outdoor parks may impact visual • During busy times, crowd able to sit upright sensitivity noise levels can be high • Grip - must be able to hold onto safety pole • Slight rocking sensation from up and down movement of horse • Slight spinning sensation • Fast motion
*Rated by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Services (IBCCES). © 2018 IBCCES. All rights reserved. SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 30
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RIDE NAME: VAPOR TRAIL COASTER
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: On this action-packed steel roller coaster, children and parents will take twists and turns to the “solar system”. Ideal for a child’s first roller coaster experience.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 5 TASTE 1 SOUND 4 SMELL 1 SIGHT 3
• Ride - metal bar straps • Not applicable • Clicking sounds as the • Natural smells associated • Ride height (reaches rider to seat; must be able ride wheels move along with outdoor parks approx. 40 feet) may to sit upright the track impact visual sensitivity • Jerking and rocking • During busy times, sensation from twists, crowd noise levels can turns and dips be very high • Fast motion
RIDE NAME: THE CASTLE SWING
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: On this double-sided swing, children and parents can reach high in the air.
This is a seasonal attraction not available when the water attractions are open.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 3.5 TASTE 1 SOUND 3 SMELL 1 SIGHT 3
• Ride - metal bar straps • Not applicable • Buzzing sound as • Natural smells associated • Ride height may impact rider to seat; must be able ride swings with outdoor parks visual sensitivity to sit upright • During busy times, • Grip - must be able to crowd noise levels can hold onto lap bar be very high • Rocking sensation • Fast motion
*Rated by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Services (IBCCES). © 2018 IBCCES. All rights reserved. SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 31
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RIDE NAME: THE COUNT’S CRUISERS
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: On this ride, children bounce, bump and spin in six Count-mobiles.
This is a seasonal attraction not available when the water attractions are open.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 2.5 TASTE 1 SOUND 3 SMELL 1 SIGHT 1.5
• Ride - strapped to seat; • Not applicable • During busy times, • Natural smells associated • Slight spinning sensation must be able to sit upright crowd noise levels can with outdoor parks may impact visual be very high sensitivity • Grip - must be able to hold onto seat or safety rail • Bouncing sensation • Slight spinning sensation
RIDE NAME: THE COUNT’S FLY BY
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: On colorful planes, children and parents spin around in the air.
This is a seasonal attraction not available when the water attractions are open.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 3.5 TASTE 1 SOUND 3 SMELL 1 SIGHT 2.5
• Ride - strapped to seat; • Not applicable • Buzzing sound as ride • Natural smells associated • Ride height (as ride must be able to sit upright spins with outdoor parks swings in the air) and spinning sensation may • Spinning sensation • During busy times, impact visual sensitivity crowd noise levels can • Fast motion be very high
*Rated by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Services (IBCCES). © 2018 IBCCES. All rights reserved. SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 32
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RIDE NAME: SILLY SAND SLIDE
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Upon finally squirming their way to the top, your little climbers can celebrate with a fun slide down to the bottom!
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 2 TASTE 1 SOUND 1.5 SMELL 1 SIGHT 1.5
• Slide down tunnel • Not applicable • During busy times, crowd • Natural smells associated • Slide height may impact noise levels can be high with outdoor parks visual sensitivity • Climb - must be able to climb up steps of slides • Grip - must be able to hold on as one climbs up the slide
RIDE NAME: MIX ‘N’ MATCH TWIDDLE TRACKS
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Kid-powered railroad is a guaranteed ticket to fun and excitement for the youngest travelers in your group.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 2 TASTE 1 SOUND 2 SMELL 1 SIGHT 1
• Slight rocking sensation • Not applicable • Clicking sound as wheels • Natural smells associated • Not applicable move on the tracks with outdoor parks • Slow motion
*Rated by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Services (IBCCES). © 2018 IBCCES. All rights reserved. SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 33
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RIDE NAME: SESAME PLACE FURRY EXPRESS
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Children and parents can take a terrific train ride, tour the Twiddlebug’s Gingerbread Factory, and learn how the cute little Twiddlebugs create their famous chocolate gingerbread cookies.
This attraction is available only during A Very Furry Christmas event.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 2.5 TASTE 1 SOUND 4 SMELL 1 SIGHT 3
• Ride - must be able to • Not applicable • Clicking sounds as train • Natural smells associated • Christmas light sit upright wheels move along track with outdoor parks displays may be visually stimulating • Slight rocking and jerking • Grinding sound as train sensations as the train moves moves • Music playin • Slow motion • Voices on loud speaker • Bell-like ringing • Whistle blowing
RIDE NAME: CHRISTMAS LIGHT DISPLAY
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Enter Sesame Place and see the park beautifully decorated with more than 300 trees and millions of dazzling Christmas lights.
This attraction is available only during A Very Furry Christmas event.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 1 TASTE 1 SOUND 5 SMELL 1 SIGHT 5
• Not applicable • Not applicable • Music playing loudly • Natural smells associated • Bright and flashing with outdoor parks lights may impact • Voice speak and sing visual sensitivity intermittently on loud speaker • During busy times, crowd noise levels can be very high
*Rated by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Services (IBCCES). © 2018 IBCCES. All rights reserved. SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 34
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RIDE NAME: CHRISTMAS STORYTIME
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Located at Mr. Hooper’s Emporium next to the Sunny Day Carousel, children and parents can gather on the Storytime carpet and hear a special Christmas story with one of their favorite Sesame Street friends.
This attraction is available only during A Very Furry Christmas event. SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 2.5 TASTE 1 SOUND 3 SMELL 1 SIGHT 2.5
• Seated on carpeted floors • Not applicable • Sesame Place employees • Natural smells associated • Life-size Sesame Street read stories aloud with outdoor parks characters • Close proximity to toher participants • During busy times, crowd • Light form camera flash noise levels can be very during photos may be • Sit with Sesame Street high visually stimulating characters during photos • Store displays and shelving may be visually stimulating
*Rated by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Services (IBCCES). © 2018 IBCCES. All rights reserved. SHOWS & PARADES SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 36
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SHOW NAME: LET’S PLAY TOGETHER
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Enjoy a play date with your Sesame Street friends and enjoy a heartwarming show all about the beauty of friendship!
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 3 TASTE 1 SOUND 4.5 SMELL 1 SIGHT 4
• Seated on bleachers in • Not applicable • Sesame street characters • Natural smells associated • Life-size Sesame Street outdoor theater talk and sing with outdoor parks characters • Climb - may need to climb • Music playing • Sesame Street characters steps to access seating walk, dance and interact • During busy times, crowd on stage • Close proximity to others noise levels can be very high • Sesame Street characters interact with the audience
SHOW NAME: THE MAGIC OF ART
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Abby Cadabby prepares for Sesame Street’s big Art Show. Abby’s friends Cookie Monster, Elmo, Grover and Telly teach her that art comes in all shapes and sizes and can be expressed through music, painting, sculpture, singing and stories.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 3 TASTE 1 SOUND 4.5 SMELL 1 SIGHT 4
• Seated on bleachers in • Not applicable • Sesame Street characters • Natural smells associated • Life-size Sesame Street outdoor theater talk and sing with outdoor parks characters • Climb - may need to climb • Music playing • Sesame Street characters steps to access seating walk, dance and interact • During busy times, on stage • Close proximity to others crowd noise levels can be very high • Sesame Street characters interact with the audience
*Rated by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Services (IBCCES). © 2018 IBCCES. All rights reserved. SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 37
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SHOW NAME: ELMO THE MUSICAL LIVE!
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Elmo uses math and music to solve the mystery of Cookie Monster’s missing cookie. Cookie Monster and Elmo also receive help from a few friends.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 3 TASTE 1 SOUND 4.5 SMELL 1 SIGHT 4.5
• Seated on bleachers in • Not applicable • Sesame Street characters • Natural smells associated • Life-size Sesame Street indoor theater talk and sing with outdoor parks characters • Climb - may need to climb • Music playing • Sesame Street characters steps to access seating walk, dance and interact • During busy times, on stage • Close proximity to others crowd noise levels can be very high • Some flashing lights and • Sesame Street characters video images; may be interact with the audience visually stimulating
SHOW NAME: NEIGHBORHOOD STREET PARTY PARADE
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: An energetic neighborhood block party on iconic Sesame Street with all of your favorite furry friends.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 5 TASTE 1 SOUND 6 SMELL 1 SIGHT 6
• Standing outside in close • Not applicable • Sesame Street characters • Natural smells associated • Life-size Sesame Street proximity to others talk and sing with outdoor parks characters and large moving floats • Sesame Street characters • Music playing interact with the audience • Sesame Street characters • During busy times, walk, dance, sing and • Participants may sing crowd noise levels can interact on “the street” and dance be very high
*Rated by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Services (IBCCES). © 2018 IBCCES. All rights reserved. SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 38
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SHOW NAME: NEIGHBORHOOD STREET PARTY NIGHT PARADE
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Move and groove with everyone’s favorite furry friends and our Neighborhood Street Party Parade marches down Sesame Street at night, transformed by an amazing light show.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 5 TASTE 1 SOUND 6 SMELL 1 SIGHT 6.5
• Standing outside in close • Not applicable • Sesame Street characters • Natural smells associated • Life-size Sesame Street proximity to others talk and sing with outdoor parks characters and large moving floats • Sesame Street characters • Music playing interact with the audience • Sesame Street characters • During busy times, walk, dance, sing and • Participants may sing crowd noise levels can interact on “the street”. and dance be very high • Flashing lights may be visually stimulating
SHOW NAME: ELMO THE MUSICAL - LIVE - HALLOWEEN!
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Elmo is so excited to create a musical about Halloween with YOU! Elmo loves the trick-or- treating and the costumes. This year, he wants to create a musical where he can be a magician and perform amazing tricks!
This show is only available during The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular event. SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 3 TASTE 1 SOUND 4.5 SMELL 1 SIGHT 4.5
• Seated on bleachers in • Not applicable • Sesame Street characters • Natural smells associated • Life-size Sesame Street indoor theater talk and sing with outdoor parks characters • Close proximity to other • Music playing • Sesame Street characters audience members walk, dance and interact • Crowd noise levels can on stage • May need to climb steps be high to access seating • Some flashing lights and video images; may be • Sesame Street characters visually stimulating interact with audience
*Rated by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Services (IBCCES). © 2018 IBCCES. All rights reserved. SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 39
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SHOW NAME: THE NOT-TOO-SPOOKY HOWL-O-WEEN RADIO SHOW
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: With help from his Sesame Street friends The Count produces a not-too-spooky Halloween radio show.
This show is only available during The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular event. SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 3 TASTE 1 SOUND 5 SMELL 1.5 SIGHT 4
• Seated on bleachers in • Not applicable • Sesame Street characters • Natural smells associated • Life-size Sesame Street outdoor theater talk and sing with outdoor parks characters • Close proximity to other • Characters use props to • Stage “smoke” used • Characters walk, dance audience members create sound effects and interact on stage • May need to climb steps • Music playing to access seating • Crowd noise levels can • Sesame Street characters be high interact with audience
SHOW NAME: “WHO SAID BOO?” SHOW
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster, Elmo, Telly and Zoe attend a Halloween party at The Count’s Castle, and they’re looking forward to a really great time! When they arrive, an eerie voice says “Boo!”.
This show is only available during The Count’s Halloween SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: Spooktacular event. 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 3 TASTE 1 SOUND 4.5 SMELL 1 SIGHT 4
• Seated on bleachers in • Not applicable • Sesame Street characters • Natural smells associated • Life-size Sesame Street outdoor theater talk and sing with outdoor parks characters • Close proximity to other • Music playing • Characters walk, dance, audience members and interact on stage • Crowd noise levels can • May need to climb steps be high to access seating • Sesame Street characters interact with audience
*Rated by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Services (IBCCES). © 2018 IBCCES. All rights reserved. SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 40
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SHOW NAME: NEIGHBORHOOD STREET PARTY HALLOWEEN PARADE
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Join our favorite Sesame Street friends at the parade that features three exciting performances about Halloween fun, including trick-or-treating, dressing in costume and doing the “Jack-O- Lantern Jump”!
This show is only available during The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular event. SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 5 TASTE 1 SOUND 6 SMELL 1 SIGHT 6
• Standing outside in close • Not applicable • Sesame Street characters • Natural smells associated • Life-size Sesame Street proximity to others talk and sing with outdoor parks characters and large moving floats • Sesame Street characters • Music playing loudly interact with the audience • Characters walk, dance, • Crowd noise levels may sing and interact along • Participants may sing be very high the “street” and dance • Flashing lights and video images may be visually stimulating
SHOW NAME: 1-2-3 CHRISTMAS TREE SHOW
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Children and parents will see a giant Christmas tree’s lights put on a spectauclar show. People are encouraged to gather and sing and dance to favorite Christmas carols.
This show is only available during the A Very Furry Christmas event.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 2.5 TASTE 1 SOUND 5 SMELL 1 SIGHT 5
• Standing outside in close • Not applicable • Music playing loudly • Natural smells associated • Christmas tree lights proximity to others with outdoor parks flash and change color • Voices sing and speak on rapidly; may be visually • Participants may dance, loud speaker stimulating interact and sing • During busy times, crowd noise levels may be high
*Rated by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Services (IBCCES). © 2018 IBCCES. All rights reserved. SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 41
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SHOW NAME: A SESAME STREET CHRISTMAS SHOW
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: After singing Christmas carols and listening to stories about favorite holiday things, Sesame Street character Abby learns from her friends that Christmas and the spirit of giving can happen every day.
This show is only available during the A Very Furry Christmas event.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 2.5 TASTE 1 SOUND 4.5 SMELL 1 SIGHT 4
• Seated on bleachers in • Not applicable • Sesame Street characters • Not applicable • Life-size Sesame Street indoor theater talk and sing characters • Close proximity to others • Music playing • Characters walk, dance and interact on stage • May need to climb steps • Crowd noise levels can to access seating be high
SHOW NAME: ELMO’S CHRISTMAS WISH SHOW
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Elmo and friends sing and dance about their favorite holiday and discuss what each one wants for Christmas. Elmo receives a wonderful Christmas wish.
This show is only available during the A Very Furry Christmas event.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 2 TASTE 1 SOUND 4.5 SMELL 1 SIGHT 4
• Seated on chairs outdoors • Not applicable • Sesame Street characters • Natural smells associated • Life-size Sesame Street talk and sing with outdoor parks characters • Close proximity to others • Music playing loudly • Characters walk, dance and interact on stage • Crowd noise levels may be very high
*Rated by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Services (IBCCES). © 2018 IBCCES. All rights reserved. SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 42
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SHOW NAME: ELMO THE MUSICAL LIVE CHRISTMAS SHOW
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Rosita and Grover deliver a special Christmas message from Santa to Elmo. Elmo learns about the most important Christmas gift of all.
This show is only available during the A Very Furry Christmas event.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 3 TASTE 1 SOUND 4.5 SMELL 1 SIGHT 4.5
• Seated on bleachers in • Not applicable • Sesame Street characters • Natural smells associated • Life-size Sesame Street indoor theater talk and sing with outdoor parks characters • Close proximity to other • Music playing • Characters walk, dance audience members and interact on stage • Crowd noise levels can • May need to climb steps be high • Some flashing lights and to access seating video images; may be visually stimulating • Sesame Street characters interact with audience
SHOW NAME: NEIGHBORHOOD STREET PARTY CHRISTMAS PARADE
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: This energetic neighborhood block party focuses on the magic of the holiday season. The parade features 10 fantastic Christmas floats, three show- stopping performances and some of the Sesame Street’s favorite characters.
This show is only available during the A Very Furry Christmas event. SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 5 TASTE 1 SOUND 6 SMELL 1 SIGHT 6
• Standing outside in close • Not applicable • Sesame Street characters • Natural smells associated • Life-size Sesame Street proximity to others talk and sing with outdoor parks characters and large moving floats • Sesame Street characters • Music playing loudly interact with audience • Characters walk, dance, • Crowd noise levels may be sing and interact along • Participants may sing and very high the “street” dance • Flashing lights and video images may be visually stimulating
*Rated by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Services (IBCCES). © 2018 IBCCES. All rights reserved. MEET & DINE SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 44
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MEET & DINE: DINE WITH ELMO & FRIENDS
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Located at Dine with Me!, children and parents can enjoy breakfast, lunch and/or dinner with Elmo, other Sesame Street friends. Dining seats are assigned.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 3.5 TASTE 5 SOUND 3.5 SMELL 5 SIGHT 3
• Close proximity to other • Breakfast, lunch or dinner • Sesame Street characters • Food odors associated • Life-size Sesame Street diners menu talk and sing with indoor dining characters • Sesame street characters • Music playing • Characters walk, dance interact with diners and interact • Crowd noise levels can be • Buffet-style dining very high • Light from camera flash during photos may be visually stimulating
MEET & DINE: CHRISTMAS DINE WITH ELMO
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Located at Dine with Me!, children and parents can enjoy a holiday lunch and/or dinner with Elmo, other Sesame Street friends and Santa. Dining seats are assigned.
This event is only available during the A Very Furry Christmas event.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 3.5 TASTE 5 SOUND 3.5 SMELL 5 SIGHT 3
• Close proximity to other • Holiday lunch or dinner • Sesame Street characters • Food odors associated • Life-size Sesame Street diners menu talk and sing with indoor dining characters • Sesame Street characters • Music playing • Sesame Street characters interact with diners walk, dance and interact • Crowd noise levels can be • Buffet-style dining very high • Light from camera flash during photos may be visually stimulating
*Rated by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Services (IBCCES). © 2018 IBCCES. All rights reserved. SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 45
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MEET & DINE: SWEET TREATS WITH SANTA
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Children and parents can enjoy buffet-style sweet treats and dessert favorites with Cookie Monster, Elmo and Santa. Guests can also sit with Santa to give Christmas lists and take photos.
This event is only available during the A Very Furry Christmas event.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 3.5 TASTE 5 SOUND 3.5 SMELL 5 SIGHT 3
• Close proximity to other • Desserts / sweet buffet • Sesame Street characters • Food odors associated • Life-size Sesame Street diners talk and sing with indoor dining characters • Sesame street characters • Music playing • Characters walk, dance interact with diners and interact • Crowd noise levels can be • Buffet-style dining very high • Light from camera flash during photos may be visually stimulating
MEET & DINE: DINE WITH RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: At Elmo’s Eatery, children and parents can enjoy a buffet lunch and photos with Rudolph and his friends. Dining seats are assigned.
This event is only available during the A Very Furry Christmas event.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 3 TASTE 1 SOUND 3 SMELL 1 SIGHT 3
• Close proximity to other • Lunch or dinner buffet • Rudolph and his friends • Food odors associated • Life-size Sesame Street diners talk and sing with indoor dining characters • Holiday characters • Music playing • Sesame Street characters interact with diners walk, dance and interact • Crowd noise levels can be • Buffet-style dining very high • Light from camera flash during photos may be visually stimulating
*Rated by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Services (IBCCES). © 2018 IBCCES. All rights reserved. SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 46
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MEET: MEET RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Children and parents can take photos and play games with Rudolph and his friends Clarice and Bumble.
This event is only available during the A Very Furry Christmas event.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 2 TASTE 1 SOUND 2 SMELL 1 SIGHT 2.5
• Close proximity to • Not applicable • Music playing • Natural smells associated • Life-size characters Rudolph and other with outdoor parks • During busy times, crowd • Light from camera flash characters during meet-n- noise levels can be very during photos may be greet and photos high visually stimulating
MEET: MEET THE SESAME STREET CHARACTERS PHOTO OPS
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Everyone’s favorite Sesame Street friends are waiting for a laugh, a furry hug and an awesome photo with you!
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 3 TASTE 1 SOUND 3 SMELL 1 SIGHT 3
• Close proximity to others • Not applicable • Sesame Street characters • Natural smells associated • Life-size Sesame Street talk and laugh with outdoor parks characters • Sesame Street characters hug and interact with • Music playing • Sesame Street characters guests walk and interact • During busy times, crowd noise levels can • Light from camera flash be very high during photos may be visually stimulating
*Rated by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Services (IBCCES). © 2018 IBCCES. All rights reserved. SESAME PLACE SENSORY GUIDE PAGE 47
OVERVIEW AMENITIES WATER RIDES DRY RIDES SHOWS/PARADES MEET & DINE
MEET: SANTA’S FURRY WORKSHOP
ACTIVITY SUMMARY: Children and parents can take individual and family photos with Santa.
This event is only available during the A Very Furry Christmas event.
SENSORY LEVEL & PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES: 1 = low sensory stimulation, 10 = high sensory stimulation*
TOUCH 2 TASTE 1 SOUND 1 SMELL 1 SIGHT 2.5
• Close proximity to Santa • Not applicable • Not applicable • Natural smells associated • Life-size Santa Claus Claus during meet-n-greet with outdoor parks • Light from camera flash and photos during photos may be visually stimulating
*Rated by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Services (IBCCES). © 2018 IBCCES. All rights reserved.