They’re squishy, slimy, poppy, and clicky. Shop our selection of fidget and sensory toys to calm your every nerve at under $5. This holiday season, these fun toys make perfect stocking stuffers and small gifts for all ages!

Sensory Toys FAQs

What are sensory toys?
As their apt name suggests, sensory toys are named for their stimulation of the five senses: sight, touch, taste, smell, and sound. Though fidget and sensory toys have fairly recently risen to popularity, they’ve been in our world for decades. Vintage childhood toy collectibles like yo-yos and Slinkys and arts and crafts like clay, and more are all sensory toys. And now, you can find them in festive forms, perfect for adding to your Christmas gift plans!

What do sensory toys help with?
Fidget and sensory toys have been shown in many studies to help with conditions like anxiety and ADHD. People experiencing anxiety or who are easily distracted often find that toys like stim toys are a great outlet for anxious behavior. It helps many people curb anxious nail biting, picking, and more. Simply having an object to keep their hands busy can greatly alleviate stress and have a significantly calming effect. These toys also make thoughtful gifts, and our Christmas gift finder for kids can help you find the best ones for little ones this season.

Should I buy my kids sensory toys?
Sensory toys can be a helpful outlet for children of all ages. Kids have so much energy and excitement—it can be hard for them to sit still! Many parents find that the introduction of a fidget toy can add just enough activity to help kids sit through class better and pay more attention. Moreover, many fidget and sensory toys can help in a child’s development. Like arts and crafts, sensory toys for toddlers help kids develop the fine-motor skills they need as they grow.
The best news is that sensory and stim toys from Five Below are not a huge investment. At under $5, it’s easy to try and see if sensory toys could benefit your child. This makes them perfect for stockings, including festive options like Hello Kitty, Snoopy, and Harry Potter Christmas gifts.

Is there a difference between fidget and sensory toys?
Generally speaking, sensory toys are designed to stimulate the senses, while fidget toys like small puzzle games are designed to occupy your hands in order to calm or improve your focus. Many fidget toys are sensory toys, but not all sensory toys are fidget toys!

What types of fidget and sensory toys are available on the Five Below website?
Five Below’s toys and games section has many different types of sensory toys, fidget toys, and other stim toys. Shop toys like:

•Slime sensory toys
•Popping fidget toys
•Fidget spinners
•Musical toys
•Squishy toys
•Stuffed animals that double as fidget toys
•Sensory toys for toddlers
•…and so much more!

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