Tuesday, December 10, 2013

Gift Guide for Special Needs Kids - Lily Bird Edition


Even though Lily Bird has been with us for seven Christmases now, shopping for her hasn't really gotten any easier.  There's just so few things she gets genuinely excited about that we have to think really creatively to come up with some items that might strike her fancy.

And this is the first year I think I've done just that.

I'm excited to share some of what Lily will find under the tree this year in hopes that it will help you with your own child, too.

Let's get started!

Little Lock Box by TAG

Little Lock Box

There are two reasons I think Lily will like this Little Lock Box.  One, she is fascinated with her Dad's tool box and likes flipping all the little compartments open.  And two, she likes latches and locks.  So this should make her one happy little girl.

If the Little Lock Box is a little too pricey for your budget, try this Deluxe Latches Board by Melissa And Doug.




Lily has some of the motorized gears that work on a flat magnetic board and she enjoys watching them spin.  So I'm thinking that lots of spinning gears on a vertical surface might be even more enjoyable.  

However, my fridge is not magnetic.  So don't tell Ryan but he'll be doing a little DIY this Christmas.  I'm finally going to incorporate this idea I saw on Pinterest, the oil drip pan magnet board.

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photo courtesy of http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/oil-drip-pan-magnet-boardnic-a-155606

It'll give Bird a nice space to arrange and watch all her gears.  Plus, I can occasionally sneak in some fun learning games, too.


I've seen these before but when we were in Virginia for Thanksgiving, a bookstore we visited had one set up in a corner of the bathroom and Lily loved it!  The ocean sound and the underwater gentle wave motion projected on the walls makes for a soothing and relaxing environment.


Puffer Ball - 2 inch

and Hairy Tangle Jr

Both of these fidget type toys would be fun and relaxing for Lily to roll around in her hands and up and down her arms and legs.  Of course, her favorite way to enjoy them would be if I bought enough to fill up a tub and let her bury herself in them.  Like a ball pit, but better.


EKORRE Hanging seat with air element IKEA
We've actually had this swing for a while now but we're finally going to hang it.  Yet another DIY project for Ryan.  Fun times in the Rush house.

Well that's about it for the Bird but check out these helpful gift guides for even more great ideas:

http://fourplusanangel.com/2013/12/ashlyns-gift-guide/
http://www.lovethatmax.com/2013/11/holiday-gifts-for-kids-with-special.html
http://www.friendshipcircle.org/blog/2012/12/13/24-great-toys-for-kids-who-dont-play-with-toys/

What about you?  Have you found the perfect gift for your kiddo this Christmas?  I'd love to hear about it.  We can all use another good idea or two!


5 comments:

  1. The idea with the oil drip pan is awesome! Our fridge isn't magnetic either and I always thought about ways to change that. That's so cool! Thanks for sharing!!

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  2. We have the turtle and out little guy loves it. Hope the bird enjoys her turtle

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  3. Sensory stories are a way of sharing stories with children who have profound and multiple learning disabilities, they're a nice way of including everyone and can open up communication possibilities. Have a look here http://jo.element42.org/sensory-stories for a few.

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  4. I love your article! Lot's of great ideas.

    Your link: http://www.officeplayground.com/Puffer-Ball-2-inch-P1815.aspx is broken.

    Here's an item that may be appropriate for you:
    http://cubedecorzone.com/playable-art-ball/ .

    Thanks for your article and keep blogging!

    Mike

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  5. Aw these are utterly cute. I really like the lock box too. And those magnets, shaped like wheels are really adorable and so is the blue turtle.

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