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Occupational therapist approved toys and tools for you

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Games that help so many OT focuses: visual motor, fine motor, executive function, social skills, self regulation and so much more!
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Games that improve fine motor, visual perception, self control, motor planning and so much more!

 
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Solid choice for family game night!
Hasbro Trouble Board Game, Board Game for 2 to 4 Players, for Kids Ages 5 and Up
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Perfect for animal-lovers
Skillmatics Guess in 10 World of Animals Card Game, for Child Ages 4+ Product Width 7.2 inches
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Charades for the whole fam
Pressman Charades for Kids Travel Version
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Family favorite
Don't Break The Ice Game
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Another fav
Chutes & Ladders Board Game
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Classic choice!
Candyland Board Game
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Hand-eye coordination and motor planning in a fun family game (fine motor too)
Connect 4 Board Game
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Another great hand-eye coordination and motor planning game! Use the blocks to build as well
Jenga Game
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A fun way to promote pointer grasp, elicit sensory responses to the POP of the dots and an easy way to get giggles!
Melissa & Doug Poke-A-Dot Jumbo Number Learning Cards - 13 Double-Sided Numbers, Shapes, and Colors Cards with Buttons to Pop
 
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A great way to practice dressing skills necessary for independence. Travel friendly!
Melissa & Doug Basic Skills Board and Puzzle - Wooden Educational Toy

Sensory and Emotional Regulation Finds

 
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Teach social skills and anger management in a fun, relatable way
MAD SMARTZ: Social Skills & Anger Management Card Game – Teaches Interpersonal Skills & Emotional Regulation. Autism & ADHD Learning Tool; Educational Therapy Game for Counseling Kids/Teens; CBT Tool
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Calm your kiddo with these calming jars
SET OF 2 - Liquid Dripping Timer - Calm Down Jar - Soothing and Calming Motion - Liquid Timer Sensory Office Toy - Visual Stimulation (BOTH COLORS)
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Weighted vests provide necessary input for some kiddos to sit more calmly, feel more secure in their body and focus on tasks. Do not exceed 10-15% of your child's body weight.
Breathable Sensory Compression Vest for Kids Comfortable Pressure Vest for Kids with Sensory Processing Issues, ADHD, - Walmart.com
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Body suits can calm the nervous system, give sensory seekers the input they crave and be used as a part of a sensory diet.
Fun and Function Purple Space Explorer Body Suit for Autistic Children & Sensory Seekers, X-Small 30" x 22" Age 3
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Another form of proprioceptive input for kiddos who have a hard time sitting still. A great way to engage the core for better sitting posture when writing too!
Tumaz Wobble Disk Balance Cushion, Wobble Seat for Core Strength and Focus, Black - Walmart.com
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Emotional regulation starts with understanding and identifying the emotions we feel. These are a fun way to introduce it to kiddos.
hand2mind Express Your Feelings Sensory Bottles Social Emotional Learning Toys (4 Pieces)
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Great for introducing new textures and sounds with kiddos who both avoid or seek sensory input. Gentle, fun and slow exposure can help an avoidant kiddo.
Chuckle & Roar Seek & Write Sensory Bin with Freeform Art for Children Ages 3-6+ Years, by Buffalo Games
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A wonderful way to get deep pressure input, a calming sensation in the hands and a non-interrupting choice of fidgeting.
NeeDoh Color Change, Novelty Fidget Toy, Multiple Colors, Children Ages 3+
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Visual motor integration, focus and calming all in one! A great toy for car rides.
Chuckle & Roar Sensory Seek & Find Bear for Children Ages 3+ by Buffalo Games
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Get the wiggles out and fill their sensory cup with this awesome toy!
Giggle & Play | Kids Sensory Spinning Swivel Chair - Red
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Vestibular and proprioceptive input along with balancing and bilateral coordination. All great things!
Joyfy 5 Pcs Turtle Balance Stepping Stones for Kids, Toddler Obstacle Course Coordination Sensory Game Indoor Outdoor Play Toys for Kids Age 3+
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A quiet fidget tool that is mouth-friendly and washable!
Impresa 2-Pack Original Monkey Fidget Star Kid Sensory Toys - 3D Star Shaped Fidget Toys for Stress Relief in Children
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Great for upper body strengthening and visual motor along with sensory stimulation.
Hand2Mind Colors & Shapes Sensory Pad
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A perfect tool to help your kiddo identify, understand, and appropriately respond to their emotions. All in a fun organized easy-to-understand way.
Carson-Dellosa® Calming Strategies Cardstock Bulletin Board Decorating Set - 7 Pc. | Oriental Trading