Description
The Smearing Diary – A Co-Produced Tool for Understanding Patterns in Occupation
Originally designed in 2007 by Kathryn Smith, the Smearing Diary is a practical tool developed for use in co-production with families and carers to gather meaningful information and explore patterns linked to smearing.
This logbook-style resource supports clinicians, families, and professionals in recording observations and reflections, helping to identify sensory, emotional, and environmental factors that may influence behaviour and participation.
Suitable for:
- Therapists
- Parents & Carers
- Teachers
- Multi-Disciplinary Teams
- Individuals with lived experience
Usage Terms:
This product is intended for a single family or therapist.
Please do not share or distribute more widely without permission.
Want to know more?
The Sensory Project Saturday Short | Smearing Webinar explains this resource in depth.


