ACTIVITIES ASMR: The Fun Way Kids Can Relax You may have encountered ASMR (Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response) in different ways - through adult wellness experiences, relaxation events, or calming videos online. Or maybe, like me with my eight-year-old daughter, you’ve discovered it via your child excitedly watching YouTube and talking about “satisfying sounds.” Writing this article made me realise ASMR links closely to toys and sensory activities that have been around for young children for years - but here’s a bit more about what it really is… What is ASMR? ASMR is all about sounds that feel satisfying or soothing. Some people get gentle “tingles,” while others simply enjoy the peaceful noises. For children, ASMR-style play can: Encourage quiet-time fun Promote focus and mindfulness Support creative play Help kids wind down before bed It’s a screen-free activity you can explore at home, and it can be as simple as tapping, clicking, or squeezing different objects. ASMR Toys for Kids If you want to introduce ASMR-style toys, here are a few suggestions (some of which you’ve probably already got!): Clickeez Clickable Collectables Keyboard Colourful, collectable pieces that make satisfying clicks and snaps when pressed or snapped together. Fidget Pop Toys / Pop Its Press, pop, and repeat - the soft popping sounds are addictive and calming. Musical Mini Instruments Small tambourines, maracas, or xylophones. Let kids explore gentle sounds in a playful way. Sensory Sound Boards Buttons, switches, and levers make soft clicks and whirs - perfect for little hands. Household ASMR Activities to Try You don’t need special toys to explore ASMR! Try these fun mini-activities using everyday items: Cup Tap Symphony Gather cups of different sizes and tap them with spoons or fingers. Experiment with rhythms and see which sounds are softest or loudest. Paper Rustle Orchestra Crumple, fold, or tear paper gently. Try soft, rhythmic patterns or layer sounds with multiple sheets. Whispered Storytime Read a short story in a soft whisper. Children love the gentle voice, and you can even take turns whispering parts for a playful twist. Spoon and Pan Drumming Using wooden spoons and saucepans, experiment with quiet drumming. Alternate slow and fast rhythms for fun sensory patterns. Jelly or Rice Sensory Play Fill a bowl with jelly, rice, or pasta and let children squish it gently. The soft, squishy noises are surprisingly satisfying. Ice Cube Sounds Drop ice cubes into a bowl or cup of water and listen to the cool, clinking sounds. You can even tap the cubes together gently. For our review on Clickeez Clickable Collectables Keyboard, visit our website / scan here: TOY REVIEW 24
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