Parents know that transitions and travel can present some challenges for kids, especially those with special needs. Fortunately, some companies have taken the time to offer solutions that make the trip, the travel and the time together a whole lot more comfortable.
Fun Gripper Movement Ball
[1]Have a ball with our giant soccer ball in vibrant tie-dye colors. Kids experience an added level of control and confidence with the Fun Gripper™ foam matrix covering that makes it easy for small hands to grip, throw, hold and catch. Chase it, push it, lay on it, balance on it, rock on it, hide behind it and more. Great for exercise, therapy and year-round fun. Heavy duty materials ensure maximum air retention and bounce. Adult supervision recommended. Ages 7+
Price: $114.95 – $129.99
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Pressure Mesh Vest
Calm and focus with weightless pressure! Our Pressure Mesh Vest gives the same great hug as our Weighted Compression Vest, but without the weight and with 
[4]breathable mesh fabric. Simply adjust the hook and loop closures to apply firm yet comfortable pressure across the shoulders and trunk. The vest can be worn all day, but it’s recommended for intervals of 20 minutes while taking a test, eating dinner, doing homework, and activities where sensory input is helpful. Pressure is an effective tool for helping children with sensory processing challenges and autism. Applying pressure throughout the trunk, arms or legs can help kids filter and process an overload of sensory information. Machine wash. Adult supervision recommended. Multiple sizes for ages 4+
Starting at: $34.99
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Fidget Keeper
[7]Weighted vests are great for calming and improving attention, but sometimes you just want to change it up. Now you can with our Ergo Weighted Sash, made of cool mesh material with 6 zippered compartments to hold weights and/or money, keys and small items. One size fits all, providing the benefits of a weighted vest with the flexible styling of a sash. Improve attention and reduce fidgeting with one sash or wear two sashes (criss-cross) if recommended by child’s therapist. Made exclusively by Fun and Function. Ages 8+
Starting at $22.49
www.amazon.com [9]
What’s “APP”ening? Helpful Apps for Children with Special Needs
Everyday Skills
by AbleLink Technologies, Inc.
[10]Everyday Skills provides self-directed learning sessions for 40 important skills necessary for living independently and accessing the community based on proven content developed by the Attainment Company. Everyday Skills provides an accessible learning tool that is specifically designed to be used directly by individuals with autism, learning or other developmental disabilities at their own pace on the iPad!
Price: $29.99
Available for iOS [11]
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This post originally appeared on our July/August 2012 Magazine [27]