Some autistic kids are very verbal and can tell you exactly what they would like as a gift. Trust me, my autistic kids make it very clear what they want, and often it is something to do with their special interests. My daughter's special interest is makeup so it makes it very easy to figure out what to get her. If you are looking for ideas for what you get your autistic kid if they are less expressive, here are some ideas.
When you are the parent of an autistic kid, you might sometimes struggle to know what to gift them for the holidays, their birthday, and whenever you want to treat them. As such, if you are struggling to find the perfect gift to give your kid for the next celebration of the year, here are some of the top presents that you can buy for them.
Electric Cars
If it feels as if your kid has everything and that there are no interesting or unique gifts left to give them, you should consider looking into electric cars for them. Electric cars can simulate the experience of a real car, which can be a great way to get them to play imaginatively and set them up for the wider world. Electric cars might also align with your child’s interests and help them to engage with both independent and group play. Electric cars can also improve your child’s motor skills and can keep them physically active, while also safe. As such, if you are looking for ways to encourage them to come out of their shell, kids electric cars could be a great solution for you and your family.
Sensory or Fidget Toys
If your child has sensory sensitivities, you might consider investing in sensory toys or fidget toys them. Not only can fidget toys help autistic and neurodivergent children to regulate their senses and prevent them from becoming overwhelmed, but sensory toys can also bring a lot of enjoyment to those who are stimulated by different sensory inputs. Fidget toys can also you’re your kid to focus and concentrate. However, there are many different sensory and fidget toys on the market and so you might have to do a little bit of research and keep trying different ones with your kid to find the type of sensory toy that they love and respond to best. You should also try to find sensory toys that they can carry around with them or that can fit in their pocket, as this can allow them to take the toys everywhere they go, including to school.
Special Interest-Related Gifts
Many autistic children will have special interests that bring them a lot of joy and which they are incredibly passionate and knowledgeable about. Instead of ignoring these special interests or trying to shift their interests, you should try to indulge them as much as possible as this is one of the ways that they engage with the world. As such, you should find out more about your child’s special interest and why they love it and try to find a gift that is related to the interest in question, whether this is an animal or a television show. You might also consider gifting them an experience, such as feeding the animal that they love or visiting a place that is connected to their special interest. This is likely to thrill your child and give them one of the most memorable gifts that they have received.