lisa2701 Report post Posted September 13, 2009 Hi, Was just wondering if anyone could recommend some senory toys for a 5 year old? And the best places to get them if possible? Thanks Lisa xx Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JsMum Report post Posted September 13, 2009 (edited) Hi I have bought a variety of sensory toys I would recommend these. http://www.tts-group.co.uk/Catalogue.aspx?cid=14 and I recommend the calagloue to be sent out as there is more to choose from in there than on the website. http://www.spacekraft.co.uk/contact/order_catalogue.asp I started by putting in sensory toys uk in a search engine images and got a variety to choose from. I know the prices are expensive I recieved some funding from Family Fund and other charities. JsMum Edited September 13, 2009 by JsMum Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisa2701 Report post Posted September 14, 2009 Hi JsMum, thank you so much for your reply. The first web site you gave me is exactly what i'm looking for. Thank you so much. Lisa xxx Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JsMum Report post Posted September 15, 2009 Hi JsMum, thank you so much for your reply. The first web site you gave me is exactly what i'm looking for. Thank you so much. Lisa xxx Thats why I recommended it, Ive bought the traffic lights timer, the sensory balls and they do a lot of other essential equiptment that is relevant to J, its a great site. JsMumxxx Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ocean Report post Posted September 22, 2009 (edited) Those sites look brilliant. I'm not sure I can top those, but I thought I'd add a couple more for variety. In my experience, toy shops around the town can have some excellent sensory toys, but in my opinion, as they don't specialise specifically in sensory toys, there may be a few suitable toys in each shop, rather than a whole host of excellent choices. Here's some of my recommendations, which I have found useful for my own constant need to fiddle and for sensory input, rather than any sensory integration work or work with children. But take a look because there are some excellent toys. The 'Haba' range is brilliant. They make a lot of baby toys, but not only those, and even though some toys are bit young, my friends still can't resist having a go. And I'm 23. Here's a couple of links to some particularly good ones: This one makes no noise and it's pocket sized: http://www.revilotoys.co.uk/acatalog/info_17.html This one makes a satisfying clicky noise: http://www.revilotoys.co.uk/acatalog/info_21.html There are many more brilliant toys on that site too. 'Haba' toys are sold in some high street shops, but usually only smaller independent shops specialising in wooden toys and more obscure brands, such as Plantoy, Pintoy, Voila etc. The 'Skwish' is another brilliant classic that makes a pleasant 'wood-against-wood' noise, has bright colours and it's tactile. http://www.revilotoys.co.uk/acatalog/info_3.html I've linked it here, but it is also available in Mothercare and John Lewis. For a less babyish look, the same toy is available in natural wood (no colours) with white elastic: http://www.revilotoys.co.uk/acatalog/info_1173.html However, despite being very good toys, these are a little babyish. If you have a 'Hawkins Bazaar' shop nearby, you might find some good ones in there too, aimed at slightly older children as well as younger ones. Especially the rubbery squashy type of toys. And some light up toys. In amongst the pocket-money or stocking filler toys, there might be some that interest you. I've linked the stocking filler part of the site, but again, these can be shop bought too. http://www.hawkin.com/find/category-is-Toy...ocking+Fillers/ Maybe, under close supervision, a pack of glowsticks in a darkened room can be a fun sensory activity. Often £1 stores and shops like Wilko's sell these. They are thin and have connecting pieces to make them into a long line, or loops, or a chain of loops etc. They can be worn like bracelets or belts and waved about. But obviously it's very important the child doesn't chew them or try to break them open. Anyway, there's some of my suggestions. I hope they help and don't patronise if you already thought of all those things. Edited September 22, 2009 by Ocean Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sally44 Report post Posted September 22, 2009 Also find out through your Autism Advisory Teacher at the LEA whether they have a toy library. Ours lends out all kinds of toys and gadgets to parents and children. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andrew1977 Report post Posted June 14, 2017 You can check here they have a great selection of sensory toys and products. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rallu Report post Posted August 2, 2017 On 9/13/2009 at 10:42 AM, JsMum said: Hi I have bought a variety of sensory toys I would recommend these. http://www.tts-group.co.uk/Catalogue.aspx?cid=14 and I recommend the calagloue to be sent out as there is more to choose from in there than on the website. http://www.spacekraft.co.uk/contact/order_catalogue.asp I started by putting in sensory toys uk in a search engine images and got a variety to choose from. I know the prices are expensive I recieved some funding from Family Fund and other charities. JsMum Nice stuff Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Autism Parenting Magazine Report post Posted April 19, 2018 Hi Lisa, I can't help myself to just give you a link just to buy for sensory toys. I will build it up by giving you a guide to choosing the best sensory toys for children with Autism. You can find a detailed guide to with the best gifts and sensory toys here: Best Sensory Toys for Kids with Sensory Processing Issues and Autism and Gifts For An Autistic Child – The Ultimate Guide Hope this helps! Best, Autism Parenting Magazine Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Asdmum12 Report post Posted February 22, 2020 I have bought lots of sensory toys from here, Sensory Toys UK They are very reasonably priced with great customer service and I know they are genuine toys not copies like some sellers. Never had a problem, my special needs son loves the fidget toys they have especially the elastic ones Elastic Fidget Toys Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites