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Toys for kids of all abilities

Clips ‘n Colors Peacock $17.99; VTechKids.com

Clip “feathers” help children build manual strength. Aligning clips requires color matching, patience and coordination. Kids also practice shapes, numbers and emotions. Peacock guides children to take a deep breath when angry. “It’s a charming, adorable toy,” says Emily.

Wishbone Bike RE2 3in1 $269.99; WishboneDesign.com

Made from recycled carpet and bottles, this bike is multifunctional and adjustable. A low-carbon introduction to cycling and recycling for toddlers. Loved by families with children who have coordination or balancing challenges.

Blockaroo Windmill $49.99 ThinkBlueMarble.com

Experience frustration-free stacking with soft foam blocks that are safe, easy to handle and connect like magic. “Amazing toy with endless combinations! Blocks move in so many different ways and produce a satisfying clicking sound,” says Natalie.

Shape Sorter Truck $29.99; GreenToys.com

You’ll love this “shape management” truck by muchloved company, Green Toys. Made (in the USA) from recycled material! Sort shapes into slots; or put pieces in the bin, dump and start again. “Shapes are easy to grasp; great for developmental play,” says Lisa.

Find the Number Activity Center $29.99 LakeshoreLearning.com

Follow an activity card to identify which numbers to find, then use tweezers to search through the tray and pick up each one. Develops fine motor skills and hand strength, important for writing.

Baby Dolls with Down Syndrome $30; MinilandGroup.com

Dolls help raise kids’ awareness of diversity and inclusion, promoting values of equality, integration and acceptance.

See My Feelings Mirror $11.99; Hand2Mind.com

Help kids learn to label and identify emotions with guided activities, easy-to-identify emojis, and six snap-in emotion slides. Mirror made of shatterproof glass. “Perfect for imitation and self-expression. I love the diversity in the six faces,” says Laura.

BUILDZI $24.95; ILoveTenzi.com

BUILDZI’s colorful card decks and blocks encourage the use of fine motor skills and brain development. Offers players multiple ways to play, challenging even the sharpest of minds. “It’s like a tactile Tetris game. Great mind challenging game that unplugs kids from electronics,” says Katy.

Discover six great books for kids featuring characters with disabilities. Put the article title “Strong, Disabled Voices” in the search bar at www.SNRFSD.com.

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