{"id":382,"date":"2020-08-01T09:37:14","date_gmt":"2020-08-01T14:37:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/runningfromrunning.com\/?p=382"},"modified":"2021-01-08T14:50:57","modified_gmt":"2021-01-08T20:50:57","slug":"top-10-special-needs-gift-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/runningfromrunning.com\/index.php\/2020\/08\/01\/top-10-special-needs-gift-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Special Needs Gift Ideas"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>August 4, the twins will be 10 years old &#8212; TEN. I know years from now, I will look back and wonder how I thought 10 was &#8220;getting old&#8221; and probably wish they were ten again, but it just feels so official being in double digits. Some days it feels like I blinked and others it feels WAY longer than 10 years. The weeks leading up to their birthday bring up so many emotions and bitter-sweet reminders of all we have been through &#8212; that is a whole other post &#8212; but it is definitely a day to be celebrated.<\/p>\n<p>All that to say, when it comes to giving gifts and birthdays, I am a total overthinker. I am also a practical gift giver, mostly for my own family, so you&#8217;re welcome for the socks and underwear in your stocking. Because I tend to want to give gifts that can be used, I struggle with gifts for Hayes the most; I&#8217;m either full of ideas or got nothing! So, if I am struggling as his mom, I know others are too. I have compiled a list of gifts that are great ideas for kids with special needs. When I came up with the list, I looked at items that would be good for kids specifically who are wheelchair bound, non-verbal, have cerebral palsy, or difficulty grasping things and\/or controlling body movement. I know there are so many other kids similar to Hayes and I hope this list helps you find the right gift for your friends and loved one&#8217;s.<\/p>\n<p><em>This post contains affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links<\/em>.<\/p>\n<h5>#1 Fun Socks<\/h5>\n<p>You know I had to put something practical in here! Find some fun socks like these from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B07FSLLMDJ\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B07FSLLMDJ&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=runningfromru-20&amp;linkId=7026f25d67eaa0339e1df6f1ae16b220\">HappyBop Crazy Socks<\/a> with something they love &#8212; space, emojis, sports, etc.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B07FSLLMDJ\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B07FSLLMDJ&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=runningfromru-20&amp;linkId=562c070d2a28eb8680cc6ce9a1b25465\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&amp;MarketPlace=US&amp;ASIN=B07FSLLMDJ&amp;ServiceVersion=20070822&amp;ID=AsinImage&amp;WS=1&amp;Format=_SL110_&amp;tag=runningfromru-20\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;\" src=\"\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=runningfromru-20&amp;l=am2&amp;o=1&amp;a=B07FSLLMDJ\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" \/><\/p>\n<h5>#2 Musical Instruments<\/h5>\n<p>I love this little backpack of musical instruments! They are the perfect size, not too loud, and can stay organized and together in the backpack. We personally have this one from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B07SHT7NZ3\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B07SHT7NZ3&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=runningfromru-20&amp;linkId=9297cb46660cdea792b51a7f7f368161\">ATDAWN Kids Set<\/a> and I will say it has come in handy with all the drive by celebrations during covid too.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B07SHT7NZ3\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B07SHT7NZ3&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=runningfromru-20&amp;linkId=4eb5af2849e2154774109e0fa94d1a08\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&amp;MarketPlace=US&amp;ASIN=B07SHT7NZ3&amp;ServiceVersion=20070822&amp;ID=AsinImage&amp;WS=1&amp;Format=_SL110_&amp;tag=runningfromru-20\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;\" src=\"\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=runningfromru-20&amp;l=am2&amp;o=1&amp;a=B07SHT7NZ3\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" \/><\/p>\n<h5>#3 Books<\/h5>\n<p>Hayes loves to be read to and these are just some books he&#8217;s loved from the begining and still loves to this day. Interactive books, touch-n-feel books and books with repetative sayings or music are fantastic. We even use them during thereapies. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/0805047905\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=0805047905&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=runningfromru-20&amp;linkId=f1f732f3e4d7f872bca13cf598160c55\">Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;\" src=\"\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=runningfromru-20&amp;l=am2&amp;o=1&amp;a=0805047905\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" \/>\u00a0or any of the Eric Carle books,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/0060245867\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=0060245867&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=runningfromru-20&amp;linkId=d2a00c89f967eb21ed240ee088ddcd85\">If You Give a Mouse a Cookie<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;\" src=\"\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=runningfromru-20&amp;l=am2&amp;o=1&amp;a=0060245867\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" \/> by Laura Mumeroff, or the &#8220;Never Touch a &#8230;&#8221; series by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/1785989456\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1785989456&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=runningfromru-20&amp;linkId=44e77651266a3aefe130331c412a0355\">Make Believe Ideas Ltd.<\/a>\u00a0are always a favorite around here.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/0805047905\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=0805047905&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=runningfromru-20&amp;linkId=0072242eb89ad08964b6a78939fbfd6b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&amp;MarketPlace=US&amp;ASIN=0805047905&amp;ServiceVersion=20070822&amp;ID=AsinImage&amp;WS=1&amp;Format=_SL110_&amp;tag=runningfromru-20\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;\" src=\"\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=runningfromru-20&amp;l=am2&amp;o=1&amp;a=0805047905\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/0060245867\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=0060245867&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=runningfromru-20&amp;linkId=93a1d28671cb1e2e1d037451fc6caf95\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&amp;MarketPlace=US&amp;ASIN=0060245867&amp;ServiceVersion=20070822&amp;ID=AsinImage&amp;WS=1&amp;Format=_SL110_&amp;tag=runningfromru-20\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;\" src=\"\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=runningfromru-20&amp;l=am2&amp;o=1&amp;a=0060245867\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/1785989456\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1785989456&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=runningfromru-20&amp;linkId=8472924b6497609bd29a52fac25854dd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&amp;MarketPlace=US&amp;ASIN=1785989456&amp;ServiceVersion=20070822&amp;ID=AsinImage&amp;WS=1&amp;Format=_SL110_&amp;tag=runningfromru-20\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;\" src=\"\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=runningfromru-20&amp;l=am2&amp;o=1&amp;a=1785989456\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" \/><\/p>\n<h5>#4 EazyHold Aids<\/h5>\n<p>These\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B07GT2HV5D\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B07GT2HV5D&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=runningfromru-20&amp;linkId=7ec590522feb4fd7f87d6e598ce97500\">EazyHold Aids<\/a>\u00a0are amazing. We use them for so many things to help him hold it in his hand &#8212; colors, instruments, toys, etc. &#8212; they are a must.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B07GT2HV5D\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B07GT2HV5D&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=runningfromru-20&amp;linkId=1da54a12d966348e48c8534417154747\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&amp;MarketPlace=US&amp;ASIN=B07GT2HV5D&amp;ServiceVersion=20070822&amp;ID=AsinImage&amp;WS=1&amp;Format=_SL110_&amp;tag=runningfromru-20\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;\" src=\"\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=runningfromru-20&amp;l=am2&amp;o=1&amp;a=B07GT2HV5D\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" \/><\/p>\n<h5>#5 Dot Markers\/Daubers<\/h5>\n<p>These are a great idea for no mess crafting, games and learning. This\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B01ADUE85O\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B01ADUE85O&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=runningfromru-20&amp;linkId=cb82aab3e73bdc1e051f9ef8191fb1c8\">8-pack Dauper Kit<\/a>\u00a0is all you need in one.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B01ADUE85O\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B01ADUE85O&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=runningfromru-20&amp;linkId=bf415f24b42715af2065c1b3def40ebe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&amp;MarketPlace=US&amp;ASIN=B01ADUE85O&amp;ServiceVersion=20070822&amp;ID=AsinImage&amp;WS=1&amp;Format=_SL110_&amp;tag=runningfromru-20\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;\" src=\"\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=runningfromru-20&amp;l=am2&amp;o=1&amp;a=B01ADUE85O\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" \/><\/p>\n<h5>#6 Velcro Toss and Catch Paddle<\/h5>\n<p>I had these when I was little and they are a staple around here too. They also always get left outside, so an extra set is great for Hayes to have inside. The handle on the paddle helps it stay on his hand and the velco makes it easy to catch &#8212; win-win. This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B0832KK7CS\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B0832KK7CS&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=runningfromru-20&amp;linkId=baaeb5d60860c2efc99485e414b28f03\">8 Inch Paddle Set<\/a> even comes with a storage bag.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B0832KK7CS\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B0832KK7CS&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=runningfromru-20&amp;linkId=59044b8fc3f9675c6000a6e60494dcba\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&amp;MarketPlace=US&amp;ASIN=B0832KK7CS&amp;ServiceVersion=20070822&amp;ID=AsinImage&amp;WS=1&amp;Format=_SL110_&amp;tag=runningfromru-20\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h5>#7 iPad\/Tablet Holder<\/h5>\n<p>We got this from my in-laws and I didn&#8217;t even know we needed it! It works great on his tray for his wheelchair and you can rotate it to adjust the angle. This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B07X6GQY5H\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B07X6GQY5H&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=runningfromru-20&amp;linkId=2999a602203a394b0b4be50555eeabd8\">Pillow Pad Multi-Angle Tablet Stand<\/a> is soft and it has a litle built in pocket &#8212; I love pockets!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B07X6GQY5H\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B07X6GQY5H&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=runningfromru-20&amp;linkId=1bacae497f0a8246f2429dc6bf5e793a\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&amp;MarketPlace=US&amp;ASIN=B07X6GQY5H&amp;ServiceVersion=20070822&amp;ID=AsinImage&amp;WS=1&amp;Format=_SL110_&amp;tag=runningfromru-20\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;\" src=\"\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=runningfromru-20&amp;l=am2&amp;o=1&amp;a=B07X6GQY5H\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" \/><\/p>\n<h5>#8 Marker Coloring Kit<\/h5>\n<p>Nothing wrong with good old fashioned markers&#8230;well, the washable ones. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B0724YXS21\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B0724YXS21&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=runningfromru-20&amp;linkId=8273ea9828d0cd5bef2e9ac46d51405f\">Crayola Color Wonder Stow &amp; Go<\/a> are great for drawing, using those EasyHold Aids and comes with storage case&#8230;bonus.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B0724YXS21\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B0724YXS21&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=runningfromru-20&amp;linkId=8d2fff7ee583dd753753c8c8d3bba4b2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&amp;MarketPlace=US&amp;ASIN=B0724YXS21&amp;ServiceVersion=20070822&amp;ID=AsinImage&amp;WS=1&amp;Format=_SL110_&amp;tag=runningfromru-20\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;\" src=\"\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=runningfromru-20&amp;l=am2&amp;o=1&amp;a=B0724YXS21\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" \/><\/p>\n<h5>#9 Kinetic Sand<\/h5>\n<p>Kinetic Sand is a fantastic sensory &#8220;toy\/tool.&#8221; It can be used with hands or feet and this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B07PGTLGK1\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B07PGTLGK1&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=runningfromru-20&amp;linkId=95e0a0ded8950a2a512eabea00999a04\">Kinetic Sand with Folding Box<\/a> is perfect to keep it contained &#8212; if you haven&#8217;t noticed by now, I like kits, organization, and storage contianers.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B07PGTLGK1\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B07PGTLGK1&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=runningfromru-20&amp;linkId=3e816ed0e5d583a456d3dbcd1d1cc0f6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&amp;MarketPlace=US&amp;ASIN=B07PGTLGK1&amp;ServiceVersion=20070822&amp;ID=AsinImage&amp;WS=1&amp;Format=_SL110_&amp;tag=runningfromru-20\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;\" src=\"\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=runningfromru-20&amp;l=am2&amp;o=1&amp;a=B07PGTLGK1\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" \/><\/p>\n<h5>#10 Fabric\/Velcro Dart Board<\/h5>\n<p>Obviously a great alternative to regular darts inside your house, I&#8217;m excited to try out this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B078H9N2W4\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B078H9N2W4&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=runningfromru-20&amp;linkId=85900d7c520782c4253976c07a991775\">Fabric Dart Board<\/a>. The balls are a good size for Hayes to hold in his hands, so with some guidance, I know he&#8217;ll enjoy being able to play this game with others.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B078H9N2W4\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B078H9N2W4&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=runningfromru-20&amp;linkId=5341363fca3712dc0e0d42002dbb65a1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&amp;MarketPlace=US&amp;ASIN=B078H9N2W4&amp;ServiceVersion=20070822&amp;ID=AsinImage&amp;WS=1&amp;Format=_SL110_&amp;tag=runningfromru-20\" border=\"0\" \/><\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;\" src=\"\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?t=runningfromru-20&amp;l=am2&amp;o=1&amp;a=B078H9N2W4\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Happy shopping!<\/p>\n<p>Emily<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>August 4, the twins will be 10 years old &#8212; TEN. I know years from now, I will look back and wonder how I thought 10 was &#8220;getting old&#8221; and probably wish they were ten again, but it just feels so official being in double digits. 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