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I know that the fidget spinner craze has turned MANY of my colleagues against the idea of using fidgets in the classroom. I don’t disagree that the spinner craze got out of control but, as a sped teacher I still love a good use of a fidget. The rule in my classroom is that fidgets are tools and not toys. Everyone is welcome to use one during our group time. We practice holding them discretely under the table. If I see them, I get to take them. It works remarkably well! Students cannot bring their own, they can only borrow the ones I have provided. Here is a list of my five favorite fidgets to use in your special ed classroom.
5 Fidgets for your Special Ed Classroom
- Metal Flippy Key Chain: Great because its metal, easy to clean and durable.
- Tangled Toy: A popular choice with my younger students who are just learning how to use tools to cope with sensory needs.
- Marble: These I love because they are inexpensive and seem to last.
- The Cube: The cube is my personal favorite! Works really well for my older students who are anxious.
- Tiny Finger Fidget: These make the list because they are the most discreet of all my fidgets and a good way to get reluctant students interested in learning more about fidgets.
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