5 Great Toys for Autism

Our autistic boys are loving these toys and we think they will help you out too. Let us know some of your favorite autism and stim toys in the comments!
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[@AutismFamilyChannel]

A few of you have mentioned the music is a tad loud. Thanks for the feedback. Not making excuses but it happened this time as the kids were home earlier due to a half snow day. It was pretty loud here 😂 Next time I’ll make sure to mix audio when things have quieted down 😊

[@NJP76]

Thank you for addressing this. I hate to admit it but, the music did trigger a slight sensory response, Not really overload, but more a distraction (wanting to hear what the music was) than anything. That said, I am happy to say I think you have great content here. I might stick around and watch a few more of your videos. Very enlightening. BTW, I am older, but recently found out that I was diagnosed on the Spectrum many years ago as a child, but was never told about it. (I recently found out when doing some research on an autobio project.) Many of my experiences in life are finally starting to make more sense to me now. It is kind of strange to find out that I have lived with this all my life and never knew about it. I keep saying, "If I had only known..." Sorry for the long reply. Must be the writer in me coming out, LOL. Take care, and God bless you and the Family.

[@BeatlesPlotagonShow]

This is a great list! My mom actually got me a fidget spinner a few years ago to help with my autism, and while I don’t use it much, it does help sometimes when I do use it. My favorite toys growing up have always been stuffed animals and it’s probably due to that huge imagination some autistic people have and also due to a lot of tactile stimming I do. I’m glad you pointed out the need for sensory input because there’s a lot of autistic people out there that have days that they want that and a toy that lights up and stuff helps. I can’t wait for the next video!

[@josettejoy6003]

I love how you said that sometimes those on the spectrum crave sensory input. A few days ago I was craving to go to the store with my mom because it is a very sensory place. There are some days I can't handle a place like that but that particular day I was really needing something sensory so we went together and we smelled a lot of laundry detergent (One of my favorite things to do at the store.)

[@siennaprice1351]

I love, love, love sensory toys. I have a collection of them, including sensory brushes, my squeaky toys, my koosh balls, fidget cube, certain stones. I also love my sensory canoe, it also helps with my complex trauma. Swings are also a good thing for autistics. Another recommendation I would give is music. I absolutely love music. It helps me in so many ways.

[@tanyazuniga320]

I learn stuff a lot from ur videos my two autistic boys are very different but very sane. One is very sensitive and one has trouble feeling but is very sensitive in different ways.

[@ashlynsnatchingwigs]

My son is 7, nonverbal and he cannot be quiet at all so that is awesome yall can all go to church, we tried going to baptists churches and it was always a disaster and not able to focus on the sermon when all eyes were on us so I don't think we will ever be able to go to a traditional church setting ever again but these are all cool toys liked this video for sure ❤️

[@isaiah794]

You are not alone this is every church we've attended. We recently joined a mega church that has a special needs Sunday school room. The women running it are really fantastic and skilled at maintaining the room and teaching during the service.

[@Elaine_S]

We are in the same boat. We have to watch online cause our boy is always so loud.

[@carstorm85]

For #2 I'm generally always sensory seeking, especially with lights. Sounds can't b too loud but I like sounds too.

[@EverSnaxolotl]

I appreciate this video not being called anything along the lines of "Top 5", thanks guys!

[@thorethanasd]

My son likes the pop it toys but I would suggest, if you are buying for a friend or family member, that you confer with the parents/caregiver. Ethan loves to "mouth" various objects and we will find missing pop it sections where he's chewed them out. I particularly worry about that stretchy noodle as he will chew pieces off of those if we aren't careful. When he was younger he liked the spinning LED toys/wands RE: light up toys. His favorite ipad (on android too) game is Sandbox. User gets to color by number so it also allows for a learning opportunity identify names of colors. He particularly loves drawing his own pictures on sandbox freehand.

[@oriolejb9774]

I personally don't find fight spinners helpful. I instead use a rubiks cube because it can be more active, or it can be a completely absent-minded fidget. If anyone draws inspiration off of this comment, try to do research on quieter cubes because people sometimes get annoyed when I use it too much

[@dennisryeater9047]

Wow god bless these young people .. my grand son is 6 and he is lost in his own world he doesn't talk much but he does know what certain things are . I love him so much. It took me about a year to get him to fist bump me I was so proud of him. I hope him the best in life .. these toys are good for them.

[@ravenID429]

Magnetic sand...it's rough, coarse, irritating...and it gets eVErywhere... I love those doodle boards! I had a bunch of them when I was little, never knew what they were called

[@AutismFamilyChannel]

I love the Star Wars reference, lol.

[@ravenID429]

@@AutismFamilyChannel 😄

[@obi76ad]

@@AutismFamilyChannel Me too. 😊

[@76Stankfinger]

Great video, thanks. I really appreciate your time that you take to put this info out to other parents.

[@user-eg8ht4im6x]

Great list, not just little kids would enjoy these, this Big kid would love all! And thank you for the explanation as to why they may be helpful each child and adult is different, I must look up those string things.

[@afollowersfight5266]

One of my favorites are sensory towers, often known by the brand name SensoryMoon. They come in a variety of sizes and prices. The main thing they do is run water in different forms. I have one that creates bubbles and one that is a water tornado. They also light up, and most come with remotes to change the color of the light.

[@crystalbaby601]

Great toys! Love the iPad game that doesn’t trigger tantrums eg with winning or losing. Awesome!

[@taposherabeya7857]

Love this, you have given me so much tips! I didn’t know Ian was a leftie. My eldest son is a left hand child and quite similar to Ian too.

[@lizzykate93]

Great sensory toy ideas. I love stress balls and kinetic sand/ putty. I have a normal stress ball that I have to hold when I'm sleeping 😊

[@dappermuis5002]

Something I haven't seen in years and is a nice quiet-ish item for sensory light things is a kalidoscope. I'm on the spectrum and anything shiny gets my attention. Especially things like light shining though water droplets, shiney sparkly car paint some cars are covered with (the more expensive kind) . Even loved my View master for the same reason. My favourite was of a kingfisher hitting water, when you hare the light hit it just right.. I could stare at it for ages as a kid.

[@suzilindblad5207]

Tablet is a life saver! Both educationally and entertainment, it's been great for my son. It's how we found you!🥰

[@marjanvermeulen9753]

Hi family! Thanks for the nice video. A big hug from the Netherlands. 🇳🇱😃❤️🇺🇲

[@Lc_122]

Ive been playing sfs for 4 yrs and I rlly love it! Still this day I play it

[@williamvasquezvasquez9878]

Another good educational video👍! Keep up the good work and thanks for sharing with us 👍! Love you all and God bless✝️🙏🏻❤️🙂🌈!

[@Farmchic3185]

The noodles are cool. I love the vibration they set off. It's not like a vibrating pillow it's more like waves. I got a fidget box from Walmart for 17$ lots of good stuff, it includes a bucked to carry it all in.

[@kitchenandmore1]

Thanks for sharing 😊

[@nathanjw940]

Connor is such a great older brother to Allister. Connor I hope you know that you are a good kid.

[@cherry_bear_aestheticd6840]

Great advice!!

[@pawankc5114]

Thank you ❤️

[@drawingdragon]

A note on the doodle board idea: there's a similar toy, not sure if this is the brand name or the general name, called a Boogie Board. It's a very similar concept (a portable pad and pen that can be erased with the click of a button) but even smaller and quieter! Most of the time it has a dark screen that colors green/white, so the colors are inverted (not sure if thats an issue or not, just mentioning it.) I and my cousin are both on the spectrum, both of us love drawing, and the Boogie Board is a perfect thing for us to take with us to church to doodle on without carrying too much or making too much noise.

[@georgiaconnelly.5540]

I love the pop it’s they are good to chew on like the chew necklaces and the other figit toys.

[@jedsonjadiel]

great ideas! my daughter loves color by sticker books.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thanks for these great ideas for Christmas!

[@7Aheadfamily]

You forgot cords, though. 😉

[@AutismFamilyChannel]

😂

[@kitchenandmore1]

Love to kids ❤

[@catiehays3361]

Great ideas, I feel like all of these toys are great 4 any kids. All kids seem 2 love the fidget toys especially now days.

[@irenelowe9739]

Just say for and to XD

[@funkymonkey8777]

Cool video and suggestions. Thank you 🙏🏻 ❤

[@kimspringer4369]

Hi thanks I really find this interesting I will try one of these cause my son have Autism too a great help

[@crazyrainbowninja7097]

I’m an 18 year old on the spectrum and I asked for leap frog toys and wooden toys ment for toddlers it’s so fun and stimulating

[@Young_r700]

We love this video

[@Java-D]

These are all great. My son’s favorite fidget toy at the moment are Squirkies fidget pets.

[@IloveEarthwormJim]

Awesome video my favourite toys are the poppers or pop it’s

[@mysterionz]

Another great video!

[@kieransmith4353]

all children will love these toys eve if thy dont have autism as im grown up and still love playing with childrens toys . they get to do alot outdoor things as when i was a child i had to play outside but my ma and didnot play with us much

[@winfredjaycooper3495]

Awesome

[@puntjepuntpuntje]

i can't handle fidget spinners even though i love spinning things. but the stretchy noodle is in all of my backpacks and jackets. love them! the pop pencilcase is cool i got a 1 pop thing that can be put on top of a pencil (just like a ruler) as an adult its a little more subtile then a whole pencil case :p instead of a noisy toy with lights i have a projector and has different speeds and colors so i can adapt to what i need. (it has a music function but can be muted) maybe more suitible for most people? instead of magnetic sand you can try to find a putty thats not slimy or very sticky. (playdough can sometimes give there color of on surfaces) you can create lot of figures just like clay or just squeeze and stretch it.

[@pickleartstop4236]

With the monkey noodles I chew on mine. It is a great toy I use even as a teenager with Autism.

[@switchblade138]

Dizzy Disc is great for my kid who has severe Autism her stims of spinning are very dangerous and the Dizzy Disc helps her not run into stuff, or other people.

[@steponalegostudios9074]

I love fidget toys! I have ADHD! And I struggle with fidgeting in school and I’m in highschool so I need to be able to focus better and not fidget around with loud stuff so I have a collection of fidget toys they help so much keep me focus and stuff.

[@mysterionz]

2:23 I’ve seen iPhone cases and keychains that also double as PopIt fidget toys!

[@amberallen4181]

My son loves marble race, and building them

[@sarahlovescatsandsweden88]

I'm Autistic and on December 4 I'm going to a theme park for my 16th birthday and I'm bringing my pop toy when I'm starting to get really overwhelmed with all the loud roller coaster and people I'll use it I love your Channel I been watching for awhile

[@sarahlovescatsandsweden88]

@@michaelphilipoliver2466 💙💙 thanks for the wonderful reply 😀 😊

[@Angellmbrr]

Here's one for you. My 6y old kid is very good at any video game, he can play or wander in 2D and 3D environments without any problem, I see his hands, his fingers move so fast and coordinated on controls and on the screen of the tablet/smartphones yet he still is so clumsy at writing and putting his shoes (among other things). This baffles me because, you know experts say, that he lacks coordination, and I would say, no, not at all but then I wonder how can I improve his other "basic" skills. I Hope you can make a video on the subject. Great informative video as always. Thanks for the recommendations.

[@Texas_Made_]

3:01 best toys for ALL kids for sure lol!

[@Kiddly3000]

for me a fidget spinner has to be a quiet one if it makes any noise, I can't play with it, but I do love the noodles I also love clay and stuff like that and Balloons

[@sashafierce4524]

My dad and I are going out to visit my great uncle on Wednesday. Currently going through my stash of stim toys to bring along with me!

[@sashafierce4524]

Update: I don't have a lot of social or emotional energy in me for a car ride, so I'm staying home with puppy. ❤️

[@kimberlyclayton4985]

My kids love all fidgets

[@neilrocks84roblox19]

Growing up with autism, I played with Thomas toys, Hot Wheels cars, and fidget spinners.

[@michael8170]

My autistic cousin like electric devices, so when he was young I let him hold my tablet for a week and my cousin took very good care of it, meaning I can trust him with any of my electronic devices.

[@brettjames1992]

I like to collect broken vcr DVD player combos, and I take pictures with polaroid film that's very expired to see how the pictures come out, and I play MegaMan battle network, and frogger, and Pokemon video games, and I like to take walks, and hang out with friends!

[@telmaluisa1666]

My older son loves to play with sensorial toys, specially Kinetic Sand. ☺

[@ArtWorkOfDR]

We use to give our sons our old remotes without batterys as well but I never even put it together that it does work as a fidget toy

[@baghrirable]

Hi. I love your chanel and your beautiful family. I love the change that you made to the Chanel even more. If I may say the music is a bit too much this time. Please don't take it the wrong way just thought you may want feedback. Thank you

[@tjbishop8823]

Yes

[@alabfamily]

Would you mind linking the toys in the description so it’s easier to find if we want to purchase them?

[@NEPatsfanclub]

I just bought a new home for my kids 2 pools indoor and outdoor for Christmas 🎅🏻 Santa is going all out this year it’s all one floor not many steps this house we live on the 2nd. Floor no more carting my 7 year old son upstairs and down stairs he has room so he can go crazy in his chair❤ my boys love swinging I do too I’m padlock the door the indoor pool and I brought home a British bulldog puppy 🐶 house today ❤ when they comeback from their friends house cutest puppy meet some of the best kids ever ❤ Christmas 🎄 🙏

[@dayahjamaludin5303]

I have 2 autism boy. Elder son 8yrs old with mild autism. 2nd son 6yrs old with severe non verbal autism. My elder son love to play all in the video shows include blocks and magnet. My 2nd son love to play fidget spinner.

[@Owen2131_]

My therapist has an among us (I like to say amogus because of the memes lol) pop it, so like If I ever am in need of a fidget during session, I can pop while I’m talking to stay calm! :) P.s. the light up robot you showed in the video that walks (Optimus prime I think?) reminds of me mobile suit gundam, my fav anime!

[@littlejonathorn6860]

Great video. All these things work and are great for stemming and sensory relief/stress relief and any age. (Adult tested/works for adults 2!!!)

[@littlejonathorn6860]

Keychains is a new stress reliever.

[@darkchipz3016]

My favoueite toys would be ipad/tablet

[@sumi9149]

How i control while they making sound

[@princessakashia12]

I have toys like that

[@harrietwindebank6051]

Oooo I want that pencil case, that’s so cool!!! Do your lads use chew toys? Trying to find some that are suitable for teens and adults, as most chew toys are designed for babies or toddlers and even those that purport to be suitable for older kids and adults just get destroyed almost immediately.

[@AutismFamilyChannel]

One of our boys used a chew toy for a brief time but lost interest. He stopped grinding his teeth shortly after so we didn't pursue it any further.

[@denaimullet8427]

My autistic son is four and his birthday is on Valentine’s Day. It’s hard to get him things to keep his interest. I wish he could tell me what kind of cake he’d like. Maybe next year.

[@DogLover1718]

I go on my iPad all the time and I think it sometimes calms me down

[@foxy3961]

Love your channel

[@amityuval152]

Sir my 7 year baby runing continues need sum tips

[@derekaldrich4887]

How is Ian doing today can Ian make a KZbin channel I will sub to him he is cool and awesome

[@AutismFamilyChannel]

Maybe he will someday!

[@IloveEarthwormJim]

I probably have a bad feeling he will get hate you know internet 🙄 But still it’s probably be a good idea

[@heikehollas4109]

@@IloveEarthwormJim ❤️

[@HomeLifeWithLove]

My son is a big time sensory seeker but is not autistic. We had those long stretchy toys but he was wrapping them around his neck, tightly around his arms to try and make them turn blue.. We had to take them away. Just a warning for parents.

[@freddette537]

My 10 yr old Granddaughter in the Regular size Class room in the 4th r told my Granddaughter no mater what it is No Toys of any kind are allowed in . She had been at this school since Kindergarten, as each year went by it was getting worse with the students in her reg class figuring out what her Triggers are. because they'd mess with her in a way that the Teacher doesn't hear or see. The teach er ends up dealing with her Reactions. Social, she want's to have Friends so badly that she'll do what these sadly untaught in this manner . She'll have 1 maybe 2 girls that are "friends", then at recess her Friend will sometimes end up on the Bullies side. About 3 mths ago, those children and Sophie were going to play TAG. Well, they all ended up running after Sophie. She told the Principle about it [who is a watcher for Recess] and the Principle told her, 'Well, just don't play with them". When recess what over, Sophie was refusing to go back inside the school. This has been going on at least since 1st gr. They either deal with Sophie like she's a problem child & Down plays many many things. So the important things that need to be addressed for Sophie's needs are barely being met. I have stated that because of her Sensory overload and the kids in the reg class pulling her triggers and the teachers treating her like you better sit or your going to sit in a spot they've got in the class. 1 teacher told her that if your good for 1 week you can move closer to the front.

[@rbrtpongo]

I have a question. does your kids enjoy jumping? I also enjoy jumping as well to.

[@AutismFamilyChannel]

Yes they do

[@shamimkhambiye150]

I bought all the 5 toys you suggested my grand daughter looks feels and she is not interested. She is not vocal as we also talk to her 2 languages urdu and english she does understand when she wants to . She is a sweet little thing i am very attached to her .she likes large flash cards i do show her the pictures and repeat i have worked with children in nursery for 23 years but when it comes to her i am help less . As she is starting school in September i am worried to death thinking about her if any one does anything to her . Pls any ideas can you share i will appreciate. She is 4 in march❤🙏🏻

[@miniseka1]

Hi any of your kids break things? My son break almost everything toys, door, cabinet, any tips for that

[@AutismFamilyChannel]

Yes, we have a video coming out in the next couple of weeks that talks about that. Please subscribe if you haven’t already and you’ll see it

[@rajkumardongre6776]

Stem cell therapy is good for autism child. Please reply

[@MelB868]

All kids like pop it’s

[@therake9474]

Listening to music 🎧

[@blakeexaviar9370]

The noodles are silicone/ rubber.

[@nathanjw940]

My brother is a sensory seeker when it comes to flashing lights I hate it I have to watch TV with the lights on for that reason.

[@heikehollas4109]

❤️🥰🌹

[@CaptainTom_EW]

I like chewing o my fidget toys

[@promomakerr1863]

Its a copyright free content?

[@Bffs4life797]

What faith do u believe in I’m curious? I might start a home for girls with ds with my friend so this will help in the future because some might be more dependent and some aren’t some flap and make noises like autism so . I have autism a small case and I’ve noticed I can’t stand some noises like smacking or the random noises

[@AutismFamilyChannel]

I’m a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Let me know if you have any questions 😉

[@Bffs4life797]

@@AutismFamilyChannel oh because I go to old apostolic Lutheran church and we don’t play music either we’re the same way because we have 4 adults with autism in our church 3 of them are siblings and still depend on their parents I’m pretty sure and 1 is quiet when I saw you guys I thought of her and I wish people could go talk to her because it makes me feel bad that’s she’s like that I’ve tried talking to her but my stupid anxiety got the best of me and I didn’t I was talking to her aunt and cousin yesterday and she started staring at me my parents told me she talks some but she’s just quiet, my coworker has autism so he runs his mouth all day which I don’t mind I’m used to it😂 , I work at bitty and beaus they hire people with special needs it’s the best job ever. If u guys have one where u live I highly recommend checking it out if u search it up the owner has a heart warming speech she gave at cnn 10 she won it

[@meditogofilmproduction]

Sorry about this but I don't understand what sensory input means. Like how does someone crave sensory input. What is sensory input

[@AutismFamilyChannel]

Input for one or more of the five physical senses. People with autism are generally very sensitive to input coming to them.

[@theeverythingkid]

Example: if something is too loud or something smells too bad that's part of sensory input and it may cause them distress

[@DogLover1718]

I used to have that draw board not that particular one tho and I also think fidgets are nice as a autistic myself but sometimes it doesn’t work in the parents favour bc sometimes they are noisy or become noisy 😂 I like spinning the monkey noodle to

[@supercreeperstar5976]

I’m Autistic and I heavily rely on my iPad

[@aianimations101]

Loona the robot.

[@Letautismbeautism]

Autism and childhood trauma don't have to go hand-to-hand. #letautismbeautism letautismbeautism #depression #trauma #earlyintervention #nhs #earlydiagnosis #homelessness #anxiety #letautismbeautism

[@sweetgirl-jp4hn]

214 likes👍👍👍 ❤❤❤💜💜💜

[@ariajane8695]

Not sure if this counts but my wife and I both have chewies. For me, I would bite down on them rather than biting my shirt collar. My wife uses her chewies, not for chewing but she'll suck on them like a pacifier

[@DogLover1718]

I think monkey noodles are silicone

[@reformedsoteriology]

no idea how you manage to pull off integrated worship.

[@AutismFamilyChannel]

At first we didn't and Brittny and I had to trade off with the kids. Sometimes we still do, but it's gotten a lot better.

[@reformedsoteriology]

@@AutismFamilyChannel We gave up and started attending a mega church. Silas loves his class and they get how autism works.

[@emilysimpson9349]

monky nodles are not foam