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Are There Items You Wish You Could Find/buy At A Store?

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭
Olathe, KS

I have been kicking around the idea of opening a store that specializes in items for children with ASD and other special needs. I'm thinking things like balance beams, spin boards, fidget toys, books about special needs kiddos, the super soft underwear with covered elastic, therapy brushes - the list of things could go on and on.
So my question is - are there items that you wish you could buy at a local store instead of online?

June 25, 2013
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A MyAutismTeam Member

We have a store in Denver, Beyond the Blackboard, that specializes in creative toys and books, and they have a large section for ASD kids. However, we have found a lot of success with toys involving moving light, and they carry none of these. Discussion with other parents told us this would be a big win if you carried even just a few such items.

June 27, 2013
A MyAutismTeam Member

Communication tools that make it fun for th kids to use

June 27, 2013
A MyAutismTeam Member

Great idea! Look for toys that help with fine motor skills. Just google "fine motor skills toys". Best of luck!

June 30, 2013
A MyAutismTeam Member

i say go for your dream!

June 27, 2013
A MyAutismTeam Member

We go through a lot of the chew sticks and I hate when I reach in the package and pull out the last one without realizing I was that low.

June 27, 2013

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