1. Pop The Pig: Fun + Function
Meta SLP Maddie loves Pop the Pig! It’s a great opportunity to sneak in speech practice while your kiddo giggles, takes turns, and “feeds” a pig like a tiny boss!
2. Theraputty: In A Squeeze
Meta COTA Laura is a big fan of Theraputty — it turns little hands into mini powerhouses – building strength, coordination, and focus while they squish, pull, and stretch their hearts out!
3. Ball Towers: Get Rolling!
Meta SLPA Valentina LOVES a ball tower- kiddos get to whack, drop, and stack while practicing directions, learning words like “over” and “under,” and saying more as they play!
4. Elephant in the Room: Talk About It.
Meta SLPA Vanletina can’t stop talking about the elephant in the room! Move Mr. Elephant around while practicing words like “on,” “under,” and “beside”—all while having a trunk-full of fun!
5. See My Feelings Mirror: All the Feels.
Meta OT Sarah H can’t stop looking at this one! It helps kiddos name and recognize emotions while making faces, giggling, and learning social skills in a fun, reflective way!
6. Keepy Uppy: Don’t Drop the Ball!
Meta SLP Maddie is a master at keeping the ball in the air! This game is perfect for following directions & turn taking, hand-eye coordination, focus, patience, & problem solving!
7. Mini Gift Boxes: Gifts that Keep on Giving.
Meta SLP Brooke thinks these really stack up! Mini gift boxes are great because they have letters or colors to boost naming, matching, and fine motor skills.
8. Balloon Pump Cars: It’s a Blast!
Meta SLP Sarah S says: Balloon pump cars aren’t just zooming fun. They get kids talking, practicing words, and building arm strength while they push, pump, and play!
9. Guess Who? Flex the Brain.
Meta SLPA Dana bet’s you can’t Guess Who? But you should! It’s perfect for older kids to practice asking questions, spotting details, taking turns, and flexing those brain muscles!”
10. Farm Sets: Moo, Baa, Oink!
Meta SLPA Eliza is a party ANIMAL and loves a good farm set! Animal playtime = sound practice, memory boosts, and motor wins!
Where To Buy Them
Find these and more picks on Meta’s Holiday Toy list- Link to Amazon list: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/YYP86YO2O617?ref_=wl_share
