June 2012 Notable Toys — Special Needs

Made in Italy, the Gymnic Line’s NEW Racin’ Rody Horse is a favorite with children to learn balancing and coordination while hopping on their Rody. Can be used for Rody Races. Used in therapy for special needs children due to its softness and ride-on qualities. Made of heavy duty, latex-free vinyl. Inflates according to size and weight of child (inflation by adult). Surface washable with soap and water. Base is available for transforming to a Rocking Racin’ Rody Horse. Racin' Rody is available in 3 colors. Launch date: March 2012.

Made of safe, uniquely shaped, brightly colored and highly textured dense foam, this toy is designed for purposes beyond fun. Made for one or more players, it teaches agility and consequence while developing Fine/Gross Motor Skills, Reasoning, Logic, Hand-Eye Coordination, Socialization, Tactile Sensory Development, Color Matching and is an easy to grasp toy. Highly textured pieces make it easy for small hands, as well as Special Needs hands, to grip. As opposed to toys that ask players to retain balance while removing pieces, this is a stack and balance toy. Launch date: June 2012.

I Can Brush is designed for toddlers first tooth-brushing experience. It is swallowable for those little ones who can't yet spit out, is fluoride free and xylitol rich. Safe for infants and toddlers, I Can Brush was developed by a pediatrician. Non-gritty, non-pasty and tastes great, making it solution for any child that is particular about the feel and taste of toothpaste. Grape flavor. Launch date: June 2011.
Awards: 2011 Creative Child