Here are my favorite therapy toys for kids. My goal was to find toys that meet all kinds of sensory needs – both sensory input and sensory avoidance. This list has the perfect toy for your special needs child, from body socks to kinetic sand. I hope these different toys benefit your little kids and older children in a fun way.
Unique Sensory Needs and Sensory Toys
Sensory processing disorder comes in all shapes and sizes; everyone has unique goals and needs. I am most familiar with sensory needs because of my neurodivergent children. From ADHD (ADHD Approved Gift Guide here) to autism spectrum – we have all kinds of neurospicy happening over here.
So, I know extra sensory needs create the need for therapy toys for kids at home, and I am always searching and researching tons of ideas on how to create a safe space for the whole family.
It’s hard sometimes. Everyone is always working on specific skills such as social skills, language skills, hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, gross motor skills, and so on.
Mom Approved Therapy Toys Gift Guide
Play Road Tape
Lava Lamp
Water Beads Toy Shapes
Color Changing Putty
Turtle Balance Stepping Stones
Chew Necklaces
Weighted Vest
Dynamic Movement Sensory Sock
Kangaroo Sensory Pod
Indoor Trapeze Bar
Flashing Electronic Memory Game
Liquid Motion Bubbler
Pop It Ball
Resistance Therapy Putty
Flybar Foam Pogo Jumper
Fidget Cat Muff Toy
Compression Shirts
Sensory Compression Tube
Noise Reducing Ear Plugs
Scooter Board with Handles
Hand Held Arcade Game
Changing Seasons Sensory Tubes
Squeeze Arrrg Mini Stress Ball
Hand Held Fidget Game
3D Pin Art Sensory Toy
Skin Brushing Therapy Brush
Seamless Socks
Indoor/Outdoor Sensory Swing
Spinning Swivel Chair
Calm Corner Tent
Don’t Forget About Yourself
In the hustle and bustle of trying to find a new favorite toy, don’t forget to take care of yourself. It can be small, but check in with yourself now and then. Rest. Give yourself grace. Hug your babies.