Special Needs > Texture Toys
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Tactile Snap BeadsSixteen multicolored tactile snap beads enhance color and shape discrimination, motor skills, and eye/hand coordination. US$20 |
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Oball StranzLightweight and crushable. Oball Stranz invites finger exploration and experimentation as children who never before could grasp a ball find themselves easily holding & exploring these PVC and latex-free balls. OBall Stranz is covered with smaller strings creating a unique textured outside. The Oball Stranz is 4" in diameter. US$7 |
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Sensory BallsAvailable in three sizes and three colors, these durable firm rubber balls feature soft bumps for ease of grasping and sensory stimulation. More durable, firmer, heavier, and more densely textured than Gertie balls, Texture Balls afford opportunities to explore differences in color, size, and weight while developing motor skills and eye/hand coordination US$4 - $6 each |
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Gertie Ball /BumpieBumpie has the same features as the Skushi Ball except the Bumpie is covered with mini bumps; assorted colors: green, blue, and purple; comes inflated to 5". Offering a child a Gertie Ball/Bumpie, a Glitter Bumpie Skushi, a Pearl Bumpie Skushi, and a Skushi encourages exploration of similarities and differences in size, texture, and color. Not for "Biters." US$5 |
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Skushi BallsWARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. US$5.50 |
All Skushi Balls are easy to roll and catch. They don't bounce off hands. Infants enjoy grasping and squeezing underinflated balls of different sizes. To add sound, teachers of the visually impaired carefully drop grains of uncooked rice into the ball before inflating and inserting the plug. Pat Little, a physical therapist for 30 years, raves about Skushi and Gertie Balls: "I used them extensively in my therapy with people of all ages. They can be partially inflated which allows work on grip and dexterity, or they can be fully inflated for rolling, catching, reaching activities. Having children actually work to inflate them helps increase lung capacity and teaches breath control. The balls with bumps add a textural component for tactile input. |
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Aku RingThese soft, super flexible seven inch diameter rings feature a unique nipple studded surface that makes grasping and catching easy. Available in four colors: red, yellow, green, blue. Sold individually or as a set of four with one of each color. Suitable for children and adults. US$10 each US$36 set of four |
Read about the different uses for Wikki Stix |
Wikki StixWARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. US$6.50 |
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Wikki Stix Basic ShapesWARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. US$12 |
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Wikki Stix Activity SetWARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. US$17 |
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Explorer RingWARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. US$40 |
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Shape SENSEationShape SENSEation is a visual and tactile matching toy consisting of six different soft shapes loaded with visual and tactile stimulation. Each of the six shapes - circle, star, crescent moon, triangle, heart and square - is symmetrically divided so that children can pull apart and match according to shapes, patterns and textures. Each shape has distinct visual and tactile combinations including a raised rib design bordering each shape, which makes it ideal for all children including those with blindness or low vision. Packaged in clear vinyl zip tote. Play Ability Factor: visual stimulation, tactile stimulation, memory and recall, matching skills, problem solving. US$40 |
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General info on TanglesTangles, the ultimate universal playthings, feature a series of 90 degree curves interconnected to pivot 180 degrees at each joint. Just as a Tangle has no beginning and no end, there is no end to the pure delight children and adults alike experience when turning, twisting, bending and coiling a Tangle. Lightweight and portable, Tangles are the pinnacle of take along stress relievers. Teachers who use Tangles as a reward for children with autism report improved behavior: an increased calm and ability to cope with stressors that usually send them "over the edge" as well as increases in skill acquisition. Tangles invite manipulation and reward play with improved concentration and spatial relations and problem solving skills. Try a variety of Tangles for their different sizes, colors, and textures. |
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Tangle TherapyWARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. US$12 |
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Tangle Original with TextureWARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. US$12 |
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Tangle Junior TexturedWARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. US$4 |
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Tangle Relax TherapyWARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. US$6 |
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Tangle HairyWARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts.
Not for children under 3 years. US$6 |
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Brain NoodlesBrain Noodles, jumbo 18-inch long silky fiber stems that bend and twist any way you want, invite open-ended play and provide visual and tactile stimulation that promote kinesthetic learning. Bright colors, soft, silky texture, and flexibility make Brain Noodles an ideal tool for sensory-motor integration and occupational therapy. Brain Noodles are easy to grasp, bend and shape, and can be straightened to reuse for all kinds of activities by children of varying abilities. Washable and available in bulk by color or packaged with an activity booklet. Each package contains 12 assorted Brain Noodles in 10 vibrant colors: red, yellow, blue, orange, lime green, purple, pink, white, black, and zebra. |
Brain Noodles - Bulk Min. purchase: 10 noodles Please specify quantity by color on the shopping cart page after adding to cart. US$1.25 each Brain Noodles 12-pack assorted colors US$15 per pack
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Teachable TouchablesSmooth or bumpy, fuzzy or furry, soft or scratchy? Children build tactile awareness and vocabulary as they explore 10 distinct pair of texture squares. Each pillow or patch measures approximately two or three inches and fits easily into small hands and into the cloth drawstring bag. Includes an information sheet brimming with fun activities that "touch" on tactile discrimination, vocabulary, communication, and matching. Use blind folds with sighted children to focus their attention on tactile discrimination and increase their awareness of how blind children experience their environment. US$25 |
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Bumpity BlocksBumpity Blocks are a weighted foam alternative to classic blocks. The extra weight and unique texture provide increased motor control. The non-standard shapes encourage creativity in building. 8 blocks in 4 distinct shapes and 4 bright colors. Game booklet included! US$30 |
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Tactile BarsInteractive tactile game consisting of 2 wooden bars each with 9 textured pieces, strengthens tactile perception, concentration, cooperation, and promotes healthy, positive, non-aggressive touch. Activity guide included. US$88 |
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Bizi BallBizi Ball is loaded with stimulating features that encourage children to explore. The one-piece, pull apart ball is a fun way to learn cause and effect as well as coordinated movement. Bizi Ball has a variety of tactile features and sounds including crinkles, chimes and rattles... and the teething ring handle adds bouncy fun! Play Ability Factors: high-contrasting colors, inviting features, visual and auditory stimulation, tactile stimulation and discrimination, memory and recall. US$23 |
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Jacob Rib-it-Ball 18"The Jacob's Rib-it-Ball and it's unique, patented ribs make it easy to grab even for the smallest hands. this ball is lightweight, making it fun and easy to throw even for children with limited muscle strength. Jacob's Rib-it-ball is made with crisp material that naturally makes noise, enhancing auditory awareness every time it's touched. This ball is also made with high contrasting colors - prefect for kids with low vision. Play Ability Factors: fine and gross motor skills, forearm rotation, trunk extension and flexion, grasp and release timing, whole body strength, eye/hand coordination, visual and auditory processing, tactile stimulation. US$40 |
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Mini Rib-it-BallBabies give the Mini Rib-it-Ball two thumbs up for its many features. They can grab onto the ribs and hear a satisfying crackly sound, shake it for a gentle chiming sound, chomp on the ring for teething relief and pull on the string for a soothing whirring vibration. The nylon fabric is cool and bright, and the ribs are soft and gentle - perfect for little hands to grasp. At six inches, it's sized just right. Play Ability Factors: visual, auditory and tactile stimulation, eye/hand coordination, oral awareness, fine motor skills. US$20 | ||
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Buddy DogOne of the first things children recognize is faces. Buddy's face, with its oversized eyes and friendly smile, will easily capture a child's attention. Buddy's high contrasting colors are extra appealing to all with low vision or autism. The stimulating textures encourage tactile exploration - the cool cotton, soft velour, rubbery raised dots and the secret patch of rough fabric on Buddy's back. Buddy's reversible vest crinkles with a wonderful crackling sound, yet can be removed for children who are auditorially hype-sensitive. When Buddy's tail is pulled, he vibrates with a soothing hum. Play Ability Factor: high-contrasting colors, inviting features, visual and auditory stimulation, tactile stimulation and discrimination, memory and recall. US$26 |
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12" Mini pre-252 $20
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BuckleybooSuper soft plush playmates that invite investigation and enhance cognitive and fine motor skill development. Available in two sizes: 17" with five different buckles and the 12" mini with three. Designed to grow with the child through multiple stages of learning: - Stage one finds the child visually scanning and matching the brightly colored patterned ribbons. - In Stage Two, the child is able to buckle, but not unbuckle, making Buckleyboo an ideal parent/child activity that fosters social interactions. - By Stage Three, the child has developed sufficient physical strength and problem-solving skills to buckle and unbuckle and will happily do so over and over again. Children also incorporate their favorite Buckleyboo into their imaginative play. US$20-30 |
 Dog 17" pre-253 $30
12" Mini pre-254 $20
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 Lion 17" pre-255 $30
12" Mini pre-256 $20
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Mama K's Play ClayWARNING: CHOCKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Ideal for those with celiac and autism spectrum disorders. |
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Available individually: US$5 each Available in a set of 5 US$23.99 5-pack |
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Chamomile art-247 $5
5-pack art-252 $23.99
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