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Sensory toys are specialised tools designed to stimulate the senses, aiding in the development and learning of individuals, especially those with sensory processing disorders. They are an essential part of therapeutic and educational environments.Understanding sensory toysSensory toys are crafted to engage one or more of the five senses: sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell. They come in various forms, such as tactile discs, sound tubes, scented balls, and visually stimulating puzzles. These to …

In the intricate mosaic of child development, each piece – cognition, emotion, and communication – plays a vital role. For children on the autism spectrum, assembling these pieces can pose unique challenges, particularly in the realm of verbal and non-verbal communication.Fun Stuff Educational & Therapeutic Resources recognises these challenges and transforms them into opportunities for growth and connection through our curated collection of toys for speech therapy. These resources, meticulously …

Navigating the educational landscape when your child has Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) presents unique challenges and rewards. One particular area that parents and educators often find perplexing is understanding how to teach children with autism to write.Writing, a complex skill that requires motor coordination, cognitive understanding and expressive creativity, can sometimes be an uphill task for children with ASD. However, with the right tools, strategies and support, it’s possible to turn t …

When we reminisce about childhood, many of us fondly remember hours spent in imaginative play with our favourite toys. But beyond this nostalgia, toys play a transformative role in the field of occupational therapy. They are not just sources of entertainment; they are crucial occupational therapy tools that therapists employ to improve various skill sets in children, enabling them to participate as fully and independently as possible in their daily lives.At Fun Stuff Educational & Therapeuti …

Welcome to Fun Stuff’s blog, where we delve into the intriguing world of developmental learning. In the points below, we explore a common yet fascinating behaviour observed in children with autism: the lining up of toys. This behaviour, often a subject of curiosity and research, holds unique significance in the lives of autistic children.The Need for Order and Predictability At the heart of understanding why kids with autism line up toys is the concept of order and predictability. Children …