Special Needs & Inclusion

6 months & up. This bright red ball has five smaller balls that fit snugly into the holes around its surface. Each ball has a different texture to provide a unique tactile experience. Play with them together or separate them for multi-child play. Large ball measures 6.5" D. Small balls each measure 2.5" D.

5 years & up. Bring active play to the playground, backyard, gym, basement, or special needs setting with Moon Balls - Assorted Colors. These lightweight sensory balls are engineered for a gravity-defying bounce, bouncing over 100 feet while making a unique 'Pop!' sound when they hit pavement. The high-bounce design and dynamic spin turn familiar games into engaging movement challenges that support hand-eye coordination, gross motor activity, visual tracking, and sport training practice. Use them for indoor and outdoor games that encourage movement, focus, reaction time, and playful problem-solving. Colors may vary. Available as a single Moon Ball, set of 3, or set of 5. Size: 2.48".

3 years & up. Develop skills in sequencing, memory, observation, and logic with 12 sets of four-step sequence stories. Includes 48 thick and durable real-image picture cards, activity card, and a carton to hold all the pieces. Pocket chart sold separately.

3 years & up. Provide sensory motor stimulation and an opportunity to help children manage emotions, develop calming techniques for their mind and body, reduce anxiety and stressors. The items in the kit allow children to work and play independently and become resilient when met with a challenge. Good for sensory integration and behavior modification plans.

6 months & up. Help your little one develop their tactile senses with this brightly-colored Sensory Ball set by Edushape®. Each ball has a unique texture and shape, making them fun to explore and easy to grip. Some make noises, some are easy to squeeze, and some have smooth ridges and bumps to trace. Included: 5" green triangle ball, 7" red see-me ball, 4" yellow and 4" orange see-me ball, 2.5" purple peanut-shaped ball, 3" red and 3" yellow massage ball, 7" rainbow soft ball, and 5" striped ball.

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3 years & up. A great sensory alternative to sand, oatmeal, or rice! These colorful polypropylene plastic pellets are non-allergenic and incredibly fun to play with. Fill your sand and water tables, sand boxes, and more with the pellets and add water to watch them float. Create crazy art projects without as much mess or fuss as sand! Scoop® not included. Easily sanitize by soaking Kidfetti® in a bleach/water solution and rinse with clear water. Strain Kidfetti® with a sieve to remove excess water and allow drying. Approximately 10 pound bag.

3 years and up. Explore animal diets while building fine motor skills with the Fine Motor Learning Skills Activity Board - Colorful Shapes & Engaging Textures. Each animal's stomach is hidden behind a different fastener that children can open to discover what the animal has eaten. As they undo buckles, snaps, and other closures, children strengthen hand coordination and dexterity while learning about animal eating habits and the world around them through hands-on discovery.

3 years & up. Promote inclusion in a fun, engaging way with this set of Differing Abilities Puzzles. Each puzzle depicts real children with differing abilities so that children can begin to understand and accept that not everyone is like them. The puzzles will also help children develop their critical-thinking and problem-solving skills. Puzzles each have 14 pieces and measure 9" x 12".

It's magic! Just write and erase with the magic stylus and watch the writing disappear. No more messy clean-up! These large gel writing boards promote dexterity and fine motor skills. Use them over and over again to practice math skills, handwriting, spelling, and sight word practice or just doodling. Have all the fun of a dry erase board without erasers or the smell of the marker. Set of 6 boards and styluses. Made in the USA.

3 years & up. Foster self-awareness and artistic expression with the Single Self-Portrait Mirror. Mirrors have lots of developmental potential for young children. Children can sharpen self-recognition skills by looking at themselves and describing what they see, or they can cultivate artistic skills by drawing themselves. These are just 2 of the many ways that this mirror can help children grow. Measures 8.5" x 11".

3 years and up. Bring all four seasons into children's hands with this collection of Changing Seasons Sensory Tubes. These tubes are an excellent way for children to investigate how the seasons change the environment. Each tube has a tree, so children will see what happens to that tree throughout the year from the buds of spring to the snow of winter.

3 years & up. Make patterning even more engaging with these Colorful Multi-Shape Links with Jar for Learning Shapes and Patterns. Children will love building chains using three different shapes and six colors with this giant 500 piece set. These shape links are great for counting and sorting activities too! This set promotes color recognition, shape recognition, dexterity, fine motor skills, and hand-eye coordination. The pieces store in a convenient jar with screw-on lid and handle.

Practice letter writing with this solid 8" x 8" wooden box. The contrasting dark blue laminate bottom makes letters stand out clearly. Includes lid and fine grain sand.

3 years & up. These sensory discs offer early learners, or those with special needs, captivating visual and soothing tactile sensory experiences! One disc offers color-changing sequins with iridescent images and light refraction for a visual and tactile experience. Another is transparent and filled with colorful beads for a hands-on experience, allowing physical and visual stimulation. One disc is filled with a squishy, non-toxic substance for an engaging physical stimulation. One disc is threaded with soft and soothing shag noodles to offer calming stimulation for those over-whelming moments. One disc is filled with beads of differing shapes and the 26 letters of the alphabet. Gives the user an enticing visual experience, while offering moments of language development. Colors may vary.

3 years & up. Watch balance skills improve after a few trips around the Step-A-Logs! Begin by organizing logs in a straight line then move on to curves and more challenging log placement. Logs feature raised dots for safety and tactile stimulation. Logs extend over 15 feet and can be moved from straight to curved position, increasing the challenge. This game allows for physical activity as well as improving the sense of balance. The six, brightly-colored Step-a-Logs are made from strong, durable polypropylene. Each platform measures 19.75"L x 5.5"W x 4"H.

This versatile pencil grip will stretch to fit over large pencils and paint brushes. Ergonomically correct for both left and right-handed users. Colors may vary.

This lightweight, laminated Token Board is ideal for helping students stay on task and for rewarding good behavior. Once the student receives 1 to 5 stars, they receive a reward: a favorite activity, a toy or something good to eat. There is a 2" box at the end of the row so that the instructor can place an image of the reward. The token board comes with 8 reusable reward stars. Measures 5" X 9".

3 years & up. Craft your own calming sensory bottles using the DIY Calm Down Sensory Bottle Kit! Each kit comes with a selection of glitter and sparkles, along with an instructional sheet. Simply add contents and water, twist the cap back on, and your sensory bottle is good to go. The ends of the bottles are protected by textured silicone caps and are ideal for little fingers to explore. Bottles are refillable and reusable, offering limitless creative possibilities. Designed to encourage focused and tranquil play, the DIY Calm Down Bottles are utilized by parents, educators, and therapists to assist children in self-regulating their breathing and reorienting their attention, as they engage with the mesmerizing swirling contents. Easy to clean; once emptied, bottles can be cleaned in the dishwasher or with warm soapy water. Each bottle measures 8"L x 2" in diameter. Colors may vary.

2 years & up. Offer the perfect ingredients for creative cookery in the mud kitchen with the Sensory Vegetables Play Stones! Boiled, roasted, fried or steamed, the vegetables can be used to make all sorts of dishes: soups, stews, salads or stir fries. As sliced vegetables, children can see how the tactile stones compare to the real thing. Sensory Stones are able to withstand the toughest of treatment and are as good as new once cleaned up. Set includes eight vegetables: tomato, pak choi, onion, peas, carrot, mushroom, cucumber and broccoli. Each stone measures between 2" - 3".

3 years and up. Bring texture, color, and creativity to any craft project with these Colored Cotton Balls Fluffs! Soft, fluffy, and easy to handle, they're perfect for little hands to squish, glue, and create with. Ideal for art activities, sensory bins, dramatic play, and classroom decorations, these vibrant cotton fluffs add a playful touch to any activity. Whether you're making clouds, animals, or imaginative creations, the possibilities are endless! Comes in white, blue, yellow and pink. 100 fluffy balls of one color per bag.

Grades 1 - 5. Addressing morals, manners, empathy, friendship, showing and managing emotions, these games encourage discussion among children about proper social behavior as they strive to find the best solution to problems. These games cover socially challenging situations and together the group decides upon the best action. This encourages all players to communicate, listen and participate in the game. Set contains six game boards, 24 counters, one die, and one spinner.

3 years & up. Specially designed wiggle seats for young children help calm and focus those who have a hard time sitting still. Allow children to quietly move while working, enabling them to focus, stay on task and be more productive. Flexible nubs on one side and small bumps on the other can easily be felt giving a choice for just the right amount of tactile stimulation. Ergonomic disc causes the body to stabilize itself improving posture. Easy-inflation pump is included and firmness can be customized to each child's needs. Effective on chairs, benches, or directly on floors. 10.75" diameter comfortably fits a young child.

Support time management, independence, and smooth transitions with the 8" Time Timer® 60-Minute Visual Timer. Designed to make the concept of elapsed time easy for children to understand, this large, easy-to-read timer features a bold red disk that visually counts down as time passes. Ideal for classrooms, childcare centers, and home learning environments, it helps reduce anxiety and improve focus by providing a clear, concrete representation of time. The silent operation makes it perfect for quiet activities, while the optional alert signals when time is up. Whether used for center rotations, group activities, or individual tasks, this durable visual timer empowers children to stay on track and build essential self-regulation skills. Lightweight for easy transport.