Special Needs

Meet the manimo family! This weighted animal is recommended for all children, but were designed specifically for children with ADD, ADHD, ASD, anxiety or other disorders.

The Weighted Snake is the perfect companion for your neck. It wraps and twists delighting both young and old. Made of sparkly Lycra® for visual stimulation.

Soft and pliable, a manimo is placed on the child's most receptive body parts: shoulders, waist, thighs and stomach. We recommend using it for 15-20-minute periods to stimulate rest and/or concentration.

Slightly lighter than the others, the weighted snake is usually placed around the neck and on the shoulders. This manimo twists and wriggles, to your child's immense delight.

Meet the manimo family! These weighted animals are recommended for all children, but were designed specifically for children with ADD, ADHD, ASD, anxiety or other disorders.

Four manimo models are available, in several colours. Weighing between 1 and 2.5 kg, they can be used by children ages three and up, with adult supervision.

Soft and pliable, a manimo is placed on the child's most receptive body parts: shoulders, waist, thighs and stomach. We recommend using it for 15-20-minute periods to stimulate rest and/or concentration.

The weighted lizard is usually placed around the neck or on thighs. The large paws envelop the child, providing a sense of comfort and security.

• Develops visual artistic talent
• Encourages creative play
• A great sensory learning tool

• Non-toxic molding dough
• Combo 8-pack
• Perfect for party favors
• Easy to store and non-dry

Possible Color Transfer: Playfoam may transfer color stain to fabric, carpet, and plastic. Keep away from open flame.

Weighted balance ball provides an outlet for excess energy, reduces fidgeting, and increases concentration. An original weighting feature prevents the ball from rolling, keeping it in place when not in use. Anti-burst, slip-resistant high quality material is latex-free. Includes pump, 2 stoppers, and measuring tape.

Little hands guide tactile circle pieces across the track to match the patterns of corresponding square blocks with Tactile Matching Maze. The five smooth-sanded circular pieces can be moved around the cutout path while remaining affixed to the sturdy puzzle board. Chunky square puzzle pieces with textured centers can be rearranged to create new patterns for toddlers to follow. With the Tactile Matching Maze toddlers can practice fine motor, problem solving and matching skills. Measures 15″W x 9.5″D x 2″H. Ages 3+

• Match textures and colors with the Tactile Matching Maze
• Tactile square pieces can be arranged in new patterns – change the positions of the circles on the track to match
• Practice fine motor, problem solving and matching skills
• Sturdy puzzle board with overmolded handles for easy mobility
• Measures 15″W x 9.5″D x 2″H
• Ages 3+

What does a harmed child look like? It's the little girl on the playground who has mysterious bruises on her legs. It's the three-month-old baby boy who arches his back when you try to hold him. It's the four-year-old who bites and hits when asked to clean up. These are the faces of traumatized children.

As an early childhood professional, you play a key role in the early identification of maltreatment and unhealthy patterns of development. You are also the gateway to healing. In Reaching and Teaching Children Exposed to Trauma, you will find the tools and strategies to connect with harmed children and start them on the path to healing.

Dr. Sorrels offers practical strategies that caregivers need to help these littlest victims.

• Connecting with a harmed child using games, music, gentle touch, and play
• Meeting children's sensory needs throughout the day: morning arrival, group time, meal times, outdoor play, and naptime
• Creating a sensory-rich classroom environment with easy, simple ideas
• Teaching a traumatized child self-regulation skills and impulse control using visual cues, rehearsal and role play, games, and scripted stories
• Coaching and supporting social skills: turn taking, sharing, joining in play, empathy, and conflict resolution
• Communicating unconditional love and acceptance to children from hard places

• Includes 13 mini-books to be assembled and read multiple times
• Mini-books teach essential social skills related to school routines
• Simple illustrations allow students to color and personalize their own books
• Includes completion certificates and blank mini-book pages