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Special Supplies Stretchy Strings Fidget Toy (10 Pack)
4.3 (15,000 reviews)
$9.99
Best for
School-age kids who need a discreet, quiet fidget tool to improve focus during class
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Sensory needs
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Age: Ages 5+Settings: classroom, home, on-the-go
Description
Pack of 10 stretchy, textured latex-free strings in neon colors. Pull, twist, wrap, and fidget quietly. Provides resistance for proprioceptive input to the hands and fingers.
Why it helps
Pulling against the resistance of the stretchy strings provides proprioceptive input to the hands and arms, which is calming and organizing for the nervous system. The quiet, discreet nature makes them ideal for classroom fidgeting without disrupting others.
Pros
- 10-pack means extras for backpack, desk, and car
- Silent — perfect for classroom use
- Latex-free and BPA-free
- Strong resistance builds hand strength
Cons
- Can break with aggressive pulling
- May tangle if left in a pocket
How to introduce this product
- •Never force a tactile-defensive child to touch something
- •Offer the product in a 'choice board' with other options
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