Play is important for every kid, but especially for kids on the spectrum. Here are our picks for the best toys for autistic kids to encourage sensory play, communication, and more.

Top 10 toys and gifts for children with autism, picked by parents Jim Watson/AFP/Getty Images 2. Legos. From high-tech to low-tech, the No. 2 toy on parents' list was a classic: Legos.

Toy stores, with bright lights, loud sounds and crowded aisles, can be hard to manage for children with autism or other sensory issues. Toy sellers and makers offer more options for kids with ...

An Ohio mother of four has found a unique way for parents of kids with sensory needs to choose toys that are right for them. Holly Young of Cincinnati is preparing for the March 24 grand opening ...

Sensory toys are a great way to keep hands mobile and to ease anxiety. These are helpful for seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia or children with autism or ADHD.

Soon children with autism at Allison Park Elementary School will get a specially made sensory classroom and carts filled with sensory toys. Autism Open, a Washington-based nonprofit that raises money ...