IMAGINARY FRIENDS…a construction toy that enables anyone from 3 years of age to create impressive lifesize sculptures.

“IF…” complies with European Toy Safety Standards and is especially popular with children with special needs.

EXTENDABLE CATERPILLAR… is musical play equipment which encourages several children to play at the same time. Manufactured from weather and vandal resistant materials, the caterpillar is ideal for outdoor musical group activities.

Designed to be fixed to walls of any length it is available in different color combinations.

Manufacturer: SMP

FIBEROPTIC LILY…a soft pad with fibre optic strands emitting lights to be stroked or wrapped around the body.

The fibre optic spray has smooth crimped ends
and the gentle changing colours provide a visually stimulating experience in multi-sensory environments.

Manufacturer: Rompa

MIRAGE …Developed in collaboration with Designworks Windsor and physiotherapists, the seat addresses the postural needs of a wide range of children whilst offering comfort, fun and security.

The racing car look coupled with the safety harness underlines the swing's inclusiveness and its appeal to both disabled and non-disabled children.

"It feels safe and fun!" says Mathew, who was last able to sit on a swing when he was two yeas old.

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OCEAN RECEPTION … at the Children's Hospital for Wales includes products and furniture which were designed to reduce stress levels by inviting visitors to interact with sound, touch toys, explore the long sinuous aquarium or just relax with a good book in the bright surroundings.

BABYSHH…produces the gentle sound of waves, waterfalls or rustling leaves. Technically known as ‘white noise’, this sound - when tested in hospitals on crying babies - was found to be increasingly soothing and stopped babies from crying, often instantly. Battery operated, it can be suspended from the cot and keeps babies content while travelling or in public places.

ZEBRAPHONE… is a range of percussion instruments designed for indoor and outdoor use.

BABY ZEBRAPHONE has 6 fully tuned notes, non- slip feet and a beater.

Manufacturer: Percussion Plus

INVISIBLE STRINGS... produces music by interrupting infrared beams that cross the frame from top to bottom. The instrument is used in music therapy to structure a sense of time and rhythm for people with impaired dexterity.

There are 18 invisible beams: each produces a different note which is triggered by moving a hand within the frame or by sliding the yellow ball sideways.