Your Holiday Gift Guide!

Sensory Friendly Edition

Part 2 (Gift ideas 10-18)

Holiday shopping and gift-giving can be difficult. We want our kids to be entertained, but also, we like toys that contribute positively to their development. Although Autistic Children may have specific areas of focus they appreciate, or be engaged by non-traditional items, there may be additional considerations when getting holiday gifts. Frequently, Autistic Kids have different developmental sensory and safety needs, and it is important to understand that every person has individual differences that should be honored.

Here are some suggestions by Pediatric Occupational Therapists, Parents, and Pediatric Mental Health professionals to incorporate your autistic child’s sensory and developmental needs and create really fun play opportunities.

10. Shape Sorter

Melissa & Doug Match and Roll Shape Sorter – Classic Wooden Toy, 12+ months, 1 piece

11. Construction Toys

CAT Construction Toys, Little Machines Mega Set, 40-Piece Yellow Vehicles and Construction Site Accessories, Includes Dump Truck, Crane, Excavator, Bulldozer and more, for Kids and Toddlers Ages 3+

12. Doctor set/other pretend play sets

Kids Doctor Kit,16-Piece Pretend Play Medical Kit with Bag,Doctor Role Play Set,Realistic Toy Stethoscope,Reusable Record Cards,Dress Up Doctor Playset for Toddlers Ages 3+

13. Favorite action figures

Marvel Spidey and His Amazing Friends Team Spidey and Friends Figure Collection 7pk (Target Exclusive)

14. Pop-its

Pop The Target! Handheld Speed Pushing Game Machine: A Fun Multiplayer Game for Family. Fidget Game Toy Christmas Toys Gifts for 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Years Old Kids Road Trip Car Games Kids White

15. Play food

100 PCS Cutting Play Food Toy for Kids Kitchen, Pretend Food Toys for Toddlers, Play Kitchen Toys Accessories with 2 Baskets, Fake Food/Fruit/Vegetable, Birthday Gifts for 3 4 5 Years old Boys Girls