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Finding the right gift for a family member or friend who has sensory challenges can be
difficult! When you do find something, the cost of that gift can be disheartening! That
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fer therapeutic benefits and hours of enjoyment
for both children and adults. The best
part? They all cost under $20!
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Magnet
This fun toy does more than just
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the laws of conservation of mass and energy. It also
provides visual and tactile sensory3 output and has a very calming
effect. The fact that it is a magnet
means that it can be attached to
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even a school locker. $14.99
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This simple auditory sensory
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Spirograph
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toy provides creative fun that
is wonderfully tactile and math4
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42 Thinking Putty
Stretch, shape, bounce, tear, sculpt
and even shatter this putty. Plus, it
is53great for tactile, sensory-seeking
individuals. It comes in many
colors, and some even glow in the
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Pin Art
Offering a tactile sensation with
the bonus of a visual copy, this
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NOTE: ZOOM is neither endorsing nor being paid by the manufacturers of these companies or websites to promote these products.
We encourage you to do your own research to see if items mentioned are right for you and your loved one. At the time that this article
was written, the items listed below were under $20 at the links we include. That may have changed. A quick internet search of the
products’ names should help you find the best deal. Happy shopping!
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8 Intelex Cozy Therapy
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This stuffed toy is fully micro9
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and scented with relaxing lavender to help aid a restful
night’s sleep. $19.99
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Laser Pegs® Light Up
Construction Toys
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Similar to Legos, these construc8 sets light up, offering both
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Sets range from around
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6 Fun Sliders Carpet Skates
Just strap them on your sneakers
and take off. The vibration from
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Visual input that is slow and
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The sphere expands from 5 inches
to 12 inches with one easy motion, providing visual and tactile
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