Kaiko Fidgets | Hand Caterpillar Fidget
The weighted stainless steel beads roll between fingers beautifully. Many rub the cord also. This fidget is super soft in effect. You can push your fingers in between the beads for a similar sensation to the pea popper.
Many convert this to a fidget worn on wrist
It is particularly great for those that stim with fabric, Blu-Tack rollers or like low sensory input as it glides between the fingers & is very calming. It is small, discreet and quiet. Given it is a quiet fidget, it makes it ideal for the workplace, travel or the classroom.
n.b. The antennae needs to pulled every so often to keep knots tight. Please note they are made using cord that can frey over timesue to friction. This is wear and tear and cannot be avoided. The time this takes to occur can depend on how the fidget is used.
These have been effective for those who
- hair twirl or pull
- stim with fabric
- roll Blu-Tac (NOTE : SPEKS range also helpful to replace this also)
- love soft sensory input
- also wonderful for decreasing agitation & worry for example for those with dementia.
Materials: Beads : stainless steel & cord polyester
Kaiko Fidget sensory tools can assist with...
- Supporting mental health
- Emotional regulation & sensory input
- Focus & concentration - great study or work tool
- Tactile awareness & desensitisation
- Hand function – improving fine motor, strength & circulation
- Active listening - can increase focus & attention
- Reducing unhelpful habits - such as nail biting, tapping, hair twirling, pen clicking & leg bouncing etc.
- Sensory seeking substitution - finding a more socially acceptable outlet for sensory preferences
Not suitable for children under three years old due to small parts and choking risk.
Keeping the fidgets sanitised. - They are fine to wipe. If left wet/damp (eg in washing machine lol) they can rust in appearance a little but generally does not affect function. wiping with an antibacterial wipe or damp cloth then drying off thoroughly is the key.