Autism Speaks Director of Lifespan and Support Arianna Esposito explains that “A sensory toy is one that is specially designed to stimulate one or more of the senses. Sensory toys may be more appealing to children on the spectrum because they can help the child remain calm and provide the sensory experience they want.” This colourful toy mimics the sound of falling rain to soothe and engage kids through their sense of hearing and through the visual of the beads falling.

Glo Pals Cubes are liquid-activated, light-up sensory bath toys, designed to engage children's senses and brighten bathtime. They were inspired by a child with autism whose mother used the technology behind Glo Pals to help him overcome his fear of water.

A sensory play toy developed to bring your child back to earth after being worked up. Water is combined with creative elements to make a toy that helps children self-regulate their breathing and improve their focus. Getting them involved in the creation of their calm down stick is also a useful connection for helping them own their emotions.

Pick-Up Pals were designed for hands-on fun that supports your child's development by helping little hands strengthen fine and gross motor skills. These tactile tools invite interactive play, and include a puffer pall, tiny tongs and scooper squid, perfect for squeezing, scooping, sifting and straining. For children that are sensitive to water or sand or other textures, this can be a great way for them to take the steps to explore those textures.

Many kids on the autism spectrum suffer with noise sensitivity and protective headphones are the answer. This durable model slips easily over your child’s ears to sit securely and comfortably in place, then they fold up to fit in the palm of your hand, making them easy to carry with you, or store away.

Encourage little ones to talk about the way they’re feeling with these fun and transportable flash cards.

A unique activity dollhouse to help toddlers have fun while learning their routine. They can start by moving the clock hands, then play with the bear to help it follow their daily schedule. The bear lives with a dog in a cosy wooden house that has a large wall clock with movable hands, furnished with a bed, bathtub with a yellow duck, wash basin, table, chair, book, tableware and storage bin. From waking up to going to sleep, there are lots of things the bear can do in a day. Use as a tool for open ended play while teaching routine.

Made of robust, food-grade silicone, these triangular blocks offers a range of textures and shapes to stimulate fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.

Bathtime is a great place to play and encourage creativity (with a side of calm). These (entirely non-permanent) bath crayons are the perfect way to facilitate this and get your kids excited about their evening bath.

A picture book with a magnificent autistic character at it's centre, this is a story for all children to enjoy and learn about autism and the joys of having friends with differences.

All My Stripes is an insightful story for kids on the autism spectrum to see themselves reflected. Zane, a young zebra, is smart, caring, honest, and curious as he learns to appreciate his differences from his classmates and navigates the ups and downs of school life, which often mirror the challenges associated with autism spectrum disorders.

Sensory play on-the-go! Like the Calm Down Bottles, these sensory jars are customisable to engage your child. Tap to change the glowing colour, teaching cause-and-effect or add sparkles to aid soothing.