One of the biggest worries of parents with non-verbal autistic children is that they’ll never talk. They become even more worried when the child hits 4 or 5 years and has yet to start talking. . The reality is that most non-verbal autistic children do eventually talk, though not all …

When buying toys for an autistic child, there are many more factors to consider than just whether a toy is fun to play with. You need to find toys that improve motor skills, stimulate their senses, improve their social interactions and help with overall development. Take care to avoid toys …

Many people see teaching autistic children as a huge challenge that requires special skills, attention and resources. The truth is, teaching any child is a challenge. Autistic kids just need a slightly different approach. By focusing on their strengths and improving their weak areas, an autistic child can learn as …

If you are thinking about buying a ride on car for your child, it’s a great gift. Your kid is sure to love it (and you). You may have a few safety concerns about these toys. But there’s not much to worry about. Ride on cars are generally safe as …

If your autistic child starts screaming, whether you are at home, in a plane or in the mall, the most important thing is for you to remain calm yourself. This will help you effectively and quickly deal with the situation. Don’t worry that there are people around or that you …

For kids, a board game is much more than just for fun. It’s a chance to develop crucial skills in areas like problem solving and strategy. Board games are even more beneficial for autistic kids. It’s an opportunity to help them improve on areas they struggle with like sharing, turn …

When you are shopping for a ride on car for your kid, there are two main types of toys you’ll come across: cheaper 6V cars and 12V cars which usually cost more. What’s the difference between 6V and 12V ride-in toys and which one should you buy for your kid? …

If your kids want a real car of their own right now and not ‘when they get a little bit older’, a ride-on car is the perfect consolation. This is a miniature kid-size car that a child can comfortably get into and ride. They either push the car along with …

In recent years there has been a push to get rid of gender labels in toys. Why toys should be gender neutral? Parents and activists argue that they hurt girls the most by limiting their access to quality educational toys and creating harmful stereotypes. Research agrees with them. Scientists studying toys stereotyped …

Today, choosing the best toys for kids is no longer about picking a pink or a blue one.  In fact, research has shown that choosing toys based on gender can have harmful effects on kids. This is because gender-specific toys tend to impart certain stereotypes about boys and girls. They …