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Interactive Toy Blocks

These Toys Aim to Help the Social Problems That Arise from Autism

— June 22, 2016 — Life-Stages
These interactive toy blocks aim to improve social skills and create bonding experiences between autistic children and their parents and families.

There are many difficulties that children with autism and their families face, several of which revolve around communication issues. With many autistic children facing communication problems such as a lack of eye contact, an inability to attach and a lack of emotional recognition, this can cause significant problems for the child in every aspect of their life. 'Jam Blocks' are interactive toy blocks that aim to improve communication skills for autistic children. With many games, these blocks focus on musical conversations, eye contact, turn-taking, concentration and memory skills.

By creating a toy that is specifically targeted towards children with specialized needs, the designer Ciaran Duffy has created a tool that can be used for speech therapists, children's psychiatrists and autistic children's families alike.
Trend Themes
1. Interactive Toy Blocks for Autism - The development of more interactive and targeted toys for children with specialized needs presents an opportunity for companies to cater to specific audiences, such as those with autism.
2. Improved Communication Tools for Autistic Children - Innovative games and toys like Jam Blocks that focus on improving communication skills can help enhance the quality of life for children with autism and their families.
3. Specialized Education Tools for Children with Autism - The use of interactive educational tools specifically designed for children with autism can enhance their educational experience and increase engagement in the learning process.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Manufacturing - Companies specializing in toy manufacturing can create more targeted products, like Jam Blocks, to address the unique needs of specific audiences, such as children with autism.
2. Speech Therapy - Speech therapy professionals can incorporate innovative communication tools, like Jam Blocks, to offer more comprehensive and effective treatment for children with autism and other communication disorders.
3. Educational Technology - Companies in the educational technology industry can create specialized tools, like interactive educational games, to improve the educational experience for children with autism and other learning differences.
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