Sensory Balls and Stress Balls
Our collection of sensory toys is designed to encourage hands-on exploration. Think squeezing, pressing, rolling, tossing and catching. With different textures, sizes, densities and resistance levels, sensory balls give children a chance to engage their hands and bodies while building hand-eye coordination, grip strength, fine motor skills and confidence through movement.
Sensory balls are often used to support children who benefit from extra sensory input, including those managing anxiety, ADHD or autism, but they are just as popular because they are simply fun to play with. Bright colours, satisfying textures and varied bounce and feel help stimulate the senses while keeping play relaxed and enjoyable. Squishy and stress balls, in particular, provide calming tactile and proprioceptive input through repetitive squeezing or rolling.
Families use them for everyday play, educators use them in classrooms and early learning centres, and therapists use them to support physical, sensory and social development. Ball play can also encourage cooperation, turn-taking and communication, helping children build social and language skills through shared activities.
From textured and nobby balls that enhance tactile awareness, to rattle and auditory balls that support visual tracking with sound feedback, sensory ball play can be tailored to different needs and preferences.
If you are looking to add sensory toys to your cart, support classroom play or encourage learning through movement, our sensory ball range offers safe, engaging options that make play purposeful while still feeling fun.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are sensory balls used for?
Sensory balls are used to support learning through play by encouraging movement, touch and coordination. They help children develop hand-eye coordination, grip strength and fine motor skills, while also providing tactile, visual and sometimes auditory sensory input through different textures and materials.
Are sensory balls suitable for children of all ages?
Yes. Sensory balls are designed to suit a wide range of ages and developmental stages, from young children learning to grasp and roll, through to older kids building coordination, strength and control. Always check product age guidelines to ensure the right fit for your child.
Do sensory balls help with focus and regulation?
Many children find repetitive actions like squeezing, rolling or pressing a ball calming. Sensory balls can help support focus, emotional regulation and stress management, particularly for children who benefit from additional sensory input during play, learning or transitions.
Are stress balls and sensory balls safe for kids?
When used age-appropriately and as intended, stress balls and sensory balls are safe for children. The Therapy Store stocks sensory toys designed with durability and child safety in mind, making them suitable for home, classroom and therapy environments.
Do stress balls actually work?
Stress balls work by giving the hands something purposeful to do. Squeezing and releasing helps stimulate the sense of touch, release tension and encourage calm focus. This can help children practise responding to stressors in a controlled, physical way.
Can sensory balls be used in classrooms or therapy settings?
Absolutely. Sensory balls are commonly used in classrooms, early learning centres and therapy environments because they are easy to integrate into both structured activities and free play. They support movement-based learning, sensory exploration and cooperative play while remaining simple and portable.
