Triggers: Fast moving roller coaster, dips/twists Pro: Short pause in middle of coaster Exit: You can opt out and wait on the other side of the exit gate if the child is 8 years or older One of the most popular rides in Toy Story Land inside Hollywood Studios, the Slinky Dog Dash! If your sensory child loves roller coasters,…
After 6 trips in the last 5 years, I have finally put together the MUST-HAVE Items for you to take with you on your next trip to Disney World. Traveling with a child who has Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), Attention-Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) or on the Autism Spectrum (ASD), can be overwhelming. I find the best way for EVERYONE to…
UPDATE: My Sensory child RODE it! (age 11). We made sure he knew in each stage of the ride what to expect (type of movement, when the main ride would start, when the drop happens..etc) and he LOVED it! What a great sensory success! UPDATE: Able to join virtual queue and RIDE in May 2021! Updated review below! EDIT: Trip…
Triggers: Confined spaces, jerky motion, loud noise, interaction for rider Pro: Interaction in wait line is really great Exit: You can opt out and wait on the other side of the exit gate if the child is 8 years or older EDIT: I am so incredibly proud that my child RODE this after many visits of stepping through. This is…
I am so glad you are here! This website for me is a labor of love, because it all started within my own family. And what’s more love than a Mom and Dad’s love for their kiddos?! My name is Beth Roberts and I have three amazing and uniquely different kids. One of who just happens to be on the…
Triggers: Bright colors with movement, Loud music, swift movement (no restraints) Pro: Original Disney characters make this a safe, easy, fun ride. No actual dips/drops (simulated waterfall only) Exit: You can opt out and wait on the other side of the exit gate if the child is 8 years or older We were SO excited to experience this new attraction…
While planning our most recent trip to Disney, I was a little worried about my autistic child who has high sensory needs. After an experience we had previously at Disney, we found he can get very anxious in line, and sometimes will get upset and not want to ride. A little harder to navigate if he choses to run or…
Triggers: Drops, dark intense Pro: n/a Exit: You can opt out and wait on the other side of the exit gate if the child is 8 years or older Personally, this is always a NO for me. I have ridden it at both Walt Disney World and Disneyland. I do NOT enjoy the feeling of falling, and this is basically…
Triggers: 3D glasses, Bright colors, Fast moving videos, Having to pull a cord and aim the gun at the 3D screen Pro: Fun animations, 3 people per car (only 2 canons) Exit: You can opt out and wait on the other side of the exit gate if the child is 8 years or older This ride perplexes me a little…
Triggers: Fast moving, loud music Pro: Never spin in full circle, at least 3 riders can be together Exit: You can opt out and wait on the other side of the exit gate if the child is 8 years or older A fun, new ride located in Toy Story Land! Very similar to Mad Hatter Tea Cups in Magic Kingdom…
