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Nana's Picks: Autism, ADHD Toys, Gadgets & More

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I'm a proud grandma to four wonderful grandkids. Two are on the autism spectrum, and one is ADHD like me. Here's a list of some things I've personally bought for them (or myself) and things I think they'd love or benefit from.
 
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This blackout sensory tent is a safe, non-psychologically stimulating environment that provides children with a safe, fully enclosed space to relax, allowing children to enjoy a quiet time and environment.
Sensory Tent Calming Hideout for Kids, CPC Cert.
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Love these bright liquid colours that move with every step, jump, dance, or hop!
Liquid Fusion Activity Play Centers, 12" X 12" 9-Pack
 
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This sensory wall toy inspires activities that encourage children to follow their curiosity. It's a great way to introduce your child to the world of Learning Toys. Plus, it's an excellent tool for building social, cognitive, and emotional skills.
Crocodile Sensory Wall Panel, Montessori Busy Board
 
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This sensory wall busy board contains 6 activities to keep kids occupied. Helps practice coordination, descriptive language, shape recognition and spatial reasoning.
Caterpillar Activity Wall Panel - Ages 18m+
 
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This Ted Kangaroo Sensory chair is like a great hug!
Ted Kangaroo Sensory Chair for Kids - Autism, ADHD
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This sensory wall busy board contains 10 activities to keep kids occupied.
Rainbow Activity Wall Panels - 10 Activities
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Redefine playtime with this awesome, versatile climber that includes 2 slides and tiered steps that can be reconfigured for endless fun.
FDP SoftScape Super Fun Wall Climber for Kids
 
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This seat is specifically designed to help kids stay focused and on task while sitting, giving them an outlet for excess energy in the classroom and during meals.
Wiggle Seat – Blue, 13” Sensory Cushion for Kids
 
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How cute is this? The weighted lap pad provides deep pressure and sensory input, also known as Deep Touch Pressure (DTP). This has been shown to promote a calming effect for both kids and adults.
Weighted Lap Pad for Kids | Dog Buddy | 5 Lbs
 
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27 hand-drawn flashcards illustrating key ideas and items. Ideal for use with SEN needs such as Autism, Speech Delay and Selective Mutism. Can also be effective with young children, language learning and neurological diseases such as Alzheimer’s.
Communication Cards Non Verbal Autism 27 Cards
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Bouncyband Wiggle Feet is a silent fidget and ADHD tool that provides an outlet for excess energy.
Bouncyband Wiggle Feet, Dark Blue – Sensory Cushion
 
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I have one of these on my desk right now!
Sensory Fidget Tubes, Calming Toys for Kids (Set of 4)
 
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I bought this for my grandson, loved the set and then bought one for myself.
Sensory Kids Toys, Autism, ADHD Fidget Pack
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I wish they made this in my size! This autism sensory chair creates hours of fun for children to spinning as they sit, kneel and lie on their stomachs. It's fun, the ultimate spinning fidget toy for both indoor and outdoor play.
Sensory Chair for Kids Autism Sit and Spin
 
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These teach appropriate behavior with Genuine Picture Communication Symbols (PCS). Designed by experts specifically for autistic children and those with ASD/ADHD. Used by millions globally for over 30 years.
Simple Visual Communication Cards - Autism