Gifts for Autistic Children

Gifts for autistic children, picked around how a child likes to play: things to watch, squeeze, hug, listen to or switch on. Many were among our best sellers last Christmas, from light-up spinners and vibrating cushions to weighted Cosy Warmies and bucket time kits.

Start with what your child already enjoys rather than their age. If they love light and movement, try the Multi Spinner Wand, Flexi Design Spinning Light or Star Show Projector. For children who seek pressure or vibration, look at the Vibrating Sensory Cushion, the Weighted Sensory Snake or a microwaveable Cosy Warmie. Children’s ear defenders make a practical present for noisy parties and fireworks. Check the age guidance and batteries on each product page, as several toys are marked 3+. For smaller presents, see our sensory stocking fillers, or browse all sensory toys for autism and ADHD.

For ideas sorted by sensory need and age, plus tips for a calmer Christmas Day, read our gift guide for autistic children.

Build a sensory pack Five quick questions, then we pick best sellers to fit your budget.
45 products

Multi Spinner Wand

5.0 (3)
£6.25 ex VAT
£7.50 inc VAT

Vibrating Sensory Cushion - Available in ten colours

5.0 (3)
£29.50 ex VAT
£35.40 inc VAT
£29.50 ex VAT
£35.40 inc VAT
Colour of Cushion:
10 Colour of Cushion: available

LED Magic Power Globe

4.6 (5)
£11.25 ex VAT
£13.50 inc VAT

Squishy Tentacle Ball - available in six colours

5.0 (3)
£4.00 ex VAT
£4.80 inc VAT
£4.00 ex VAT
£4.80 inc VAT
colour
+5
6 colour available

Attention Autism 'Lights & Sounds' Bucket Time Kit

4.9 (9)
£70.00 ex VAT
£84.00 inc VAT

Heat Up Cosy Warmie- Rudolph Reindeer Warmie -weighted at 1.5lb

£18.50 ex VAT
£22.20 inc VAT

Flashing Tambourine

£8.00 ex VAT
£9.60 inc VAT

Vibrating Animal / Bug Massager - 3 characters available

5.0 (3)
£8.95 ex VAT
£10.74 inc VAT
£8.95 ex VAT
£10.74 inc VAT
character
3 character available

The original Sensory Bumble Ball - BACK IN STOCK!

4.7 (3)
£18.50 ex VAT
£22.20 inc VAT
Sold out

Sensory Advent Calendar - with mini elf drop sack OR individually gift wrapped!

From £80.00 ex VAT
£80.00 inc VAT
£80.00 ex VAT
£80.00 inc VAT
Advent Calendar
2 Advent Calendar available

Flexi Design Spinning Light

£7.00 ex VAT
£8.40 inc VAT

Weighted Sensory Snake

5.0 (3)
£36.95 ex VAT
£44.34 inc VAT

Fluorescent Mirror Chimeabout

4.8 (12)
£75.00 ex VAT
£90.00 inc VAT
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Children's Ear Defenders - available in four colours - Protection from the noise of concerts, fireworks & busy crowds

5.0 (4)
£11.00 ex VAT £12.00
£13.20 inc VAT
£11.00 ex VAT £12.00
£13.20 inc VAT
colour choice
4 colour choice available
Sold out

Mega UV Slinky

5.0 (2)
£5.75 ex VAT
£6.90 inc VAT

LED Windmill Fan

5.0 (1)
£7.75 ex VAT
£9.30 inc VAT

Yuckeball

£8.75 ex VAT
£10.50 inc VAT
Sold out

Yellies - sound reactive Gecko

4.0 (3)
£7.95 ex VAT
£9.54 inc VAT
Sold out

Yellies - sound reactive SPIDER

£7.95 ex VAT
£9.54 inc VAT

Giant Water Wriggler - Halloween Fun

4.8 (4)
£4.65 ex VAT
£5.58 inc VAT

Star Show Projector

£7.50 ex VAT
£9.00 inc VAT

Prismatic Projector

£6.50 ex VAT
£7.80 inc VAT

Sensory Timer Selection - set of 3

£12.00 ex VAT
£14.40 inc VAT

Heat up Cosy Warmie - Bagpuss - weighted at 2lbs

£20.50 ex VAT
£24.60 inc VAT

Gifts for Autistic Children: your questions answered

What makes a good gift for an autistic child?

A good gift usually fits what your child already enjoys, rather than what suits their age on paper. Watch how they play: some children look for light, sound or movement, while others prefer something soft, heavy or quiet. A favourite in a new form, such as a bigger or light-up version of a toy they love, often goes down well.

Are these gifts suitable for younger children?

Many are, but check the age guidance on each product page before you buy. Several toys here are marked 3+ or 4+, some contain small parts and some need batteries. Our children’s ear defenders are listed as suitable from 6 months to 16 years, and the Wooden Lacing Jewels from 18 months.

How quickly will my gift order arrive?

We aim to dispatch orders on the next working day, and standard UK delivery takes about 2 working days. Standard delivery is free on orders over £45 ex VAT. Next working day delivery costs £7.50 + VAT, and orders for it placed before 2pm, Monday to Friday, are sent the same day. Post gets busier in December, so order early if a gift is needed by a set date.