The Best Gifts for Young Neurodivergent Kids

Available in six colors of the rainbow, these necklaces feature a two-inch medical-grade silicone unicorn on an adjustable cord necklace which can be used to help kids self-regulate and manage anxiety and stress. Caregivers can customize the strength of their unicorn, ranging from items meant for mild to avid chewers.

A larger-scale pop-it — featuring all the same irresistible qualities — this toy is made for endless poking. With bright colors and food-grade silicone, the Dimpl will become a toy your child reaches for over and over.

Colorful, chewable, and endlessly fascinating, this set of three silicone spinners uses suction cups to adhere to non-porous surfaces for tons of play.

These plastic magnetic balls are designed for children aged 5 and up, and according to one company, provide “beneficial and satisfying pressure.”

Sold as a set of 10, these colorful rubber mats provide a raised surface, each with its own unique textured designs meant to stimulate your child’s senses. Each set includes 5 large mats and 5 small matching mats.

Designed to soothe children who have sensory processing disorders, this stretchy yoga swing holds up to 125 pounds and also works to strengthen core muscles, improve flexibility, and build better balance. (We also really love this indoor hammock swing.)

This colorful toy mimics the sound of falling rain and works to soothe and engage little ones through their sense of hearing.

Soft, cozy, and machine-washable, this 11-inch ball invites kids to slip their arms inside for a soothing hug.

For children who have auditory sensitivities, a cute and comfortable pair of headphones can make a practical gift. This durable model slips easily over your child’s ears and comes in plenty of colorful and playful designs.

A mix-and-match magnetic set like this kit encourages kids to dream up their own facial expressions. Perfect for creative kiddos, the faces double as natural conversation starters to talk about feelings.

Encourage little ones to talk about the way they’re feeling with this adorable wooden emotions dial that doubles as a sweet and simple puzzle.

There are eight full-color books in this set of social-emotional learning books. Each of them makes use of straightforward, simple language to teach basic social skills, such as taking turns and listening to others.

Play this adorable board game with your child (ages 3 and up) to explore all the ways friends and neighbors can extend a helping hand. This cooperative game helps build your child’s understanding of emotions, and all the ways in which we interact with others every day.

Twenty-seven blocks with clear, shatter-proof acrylic mirrors make up this stunning set for young builders. With a variety of shapes and sizes, kids can build to their heart’s content — and then stow everything neatly away in the wooden storage box.

Let kids get a little messy with these deliciously scented (and gorgeously designed) play dough cups. Each one is a fanciful delight and perfect for mixing, rolling, and creating in limitless ways.

Who could resist adding a splash of color to the bathtub? This set of seven natural beeswax crayons is made with food-grade ingredients and invites a little creativity into bath time.

Snag these paint sticks for kids who love to flex their artistic side. These paints are easy to grasp, spread on like a glue stick, dry quickly, and wash right out of skin and fabric.