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What is your child's favorite (non-toy) toy?

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭
Chehalis, WA

I'll go first. My 4 year old son with ASD (nonverbal) loves beads on a string, pom poms, and of course the dog's retractable leash. LOL

January 19
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A MyAutismTeam Member

I remember taking the pieces from the Monopoly board game especially the battleship dog and car and playing with that a long time or having them on parade watching me draw or use my easy bake.

If you all did not see Matel is adding a new doll and it has some discussion attached.

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January 21
A MyAutismTeam Member

As a child I would take pretzel rods and use them as a microphone and sing around the house

January 21 (edited)
A MyAutismTeam Member

When my son was around 1.5/2 years old, he liked to put spoons on the ground and spin them.

January 22
MyAutismTeam

What non-toy items does your child with autism enjoy playing with?

It's wonderful that you're noticing what brings your son joy! Many children with autism find fascination in everyday objects that provide sensory input or predictable patterns.

A MyAutismTeam member shared that their child loves iPads, particularly for Show Full Answer

What non-toy items does your child with autism enjoy playing with?

It's wonderful that you're noticing what brings your son joy! Many children with autism find fascination in everyday objects that provide sensory input or predictable patterns.

A MyAutismTeam member shared that their child loves iPads, particularly for watching videos. This became a go-to item for keeping their child engaged and content.

Other parents have mentioned their children enjoy:
- Music and singing along to favorite songs
- Items that provide visual or tactile stimulation
- Objects with repetitive movements or patterns

The beads on a string and pom poms your son loves likely offer great sensory feedback through texture and movement. And that retractable leash? The predictable back-and-forth motion can be incredibly satisfying!

Every child with autism has unique preferences, so what captivates one child might not interest another. The key is following your child's lead and celebrating what makes them happy, even if it's not a traditional toy.

January 19

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