Toys are amazing tools for kids because they teach lifelong skills in a safe and fun way. What’s more, the right toys are proven to help those with special needs overcome their challenges! Our team of Educational Psychologists have hand picked toys for Autism, ADHD and Dyslexia. With the purpose in mind to support healthy growth.
Toys for Autism
Loud, electronic toys often stress kids with autism. As a result, they prefer tactile sensory toys, as it calms their nervous system. It’s also great to have toys that enable open ended play. Similarly, toys that promote high-interest areas are also great for Autism.
Bigjigs Rail
Tegu Travel Pals
Djeco Tactilo Game
Puzzles
Bigjigs Rail
Tegu Travel Pals
Djeco Tactilo Game
Puzzles
Threading & Lacing
Crafts & Art
My Little Set
Imaginative Play
Clever Chook Multi-Sensory Games Kit
Djeco Chess
Toys for ADHD
Kids with ADHD likewise benefit from simple toys that allow for open ended play. Additionally, toys that help keep their hands and/or bodies busy are winners.
Djeco Kite | Yeti
Handmade Wooden Bow and Arrow Toy
HABA Terra Kids Boomerang
HABA Ring a Thing Game
Tegu Travel Pals
Bigjigs Rail
ThinkFun Zingo!
The WeDo Game | Family Edition
Threading & Lacing
Crafts & Art
Puzzles
Imaginative Play
Toys for Dyslexia
Kids with dyslexia will benefit from toys that focus on learning about letters and numbers in a fun way!
ThinkFun Zingo!
ThinkFun Zingo! Sight Words Game
ThinkFun Zingo! Word Builder Game
ThinkFun Zingo! 1-2-3 Game
Orchard Toys | What’s the Time Mr Wolf?
Orchard Toys | Magic Maths Game
There are a few toys that are ideal for more then one class of special educational need…
A Penny For Your Thoughts (The Game)
This is a gentle, structured and engaging approach to explore hardships and emotions with kids aged 3 and older. It includes 80 cards that help kids to construct stories. This helps them to link and talk about their feelings/experiences. Not to mention teach them skills that build confidence, help solve problems, and grow connection. The game’s simplicity, engagement and use of common written language (with accompanying visual aids) makes it great for all sorts of special educational needs, and really any kid!
Miniland Aptitude Activity ABC 123 Suitcase
This activity set is is perfect for threading and learning letters and numbers all at once! It includes 27 letters, 10 numbers, 20 activity cards and 10 cords. These are used to grow early reading, writing, spelling, counting and fine motor skills. This quiet pastime keeps little hands busy while building vital language skills. It is even rated as a product for kids with special educational needs!
Uncle Goose Braille Blocks
Uncle Goose Blocks are second to none in their unique themes and handmade features. These Braille Blocks include 28 blocks, each one with a single letter. Playing with them help with problem solving, and letter, alphabet and word learning. This classic kid’s toy is great for simple open ended play and high interest areas. Whats more, they enable tactile learning and the growth of early language skills.
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