Keep Kids Calm and Engaged During Summer Travel with Sensory Fidgets

Keep Kids Calm and Engaged During Summer Travel with Sensory Fidgets

Keep Kids Calm and Engaged During Summer Travel with Sensory Fidgets

Summer is all about sunshine, road trips, and family adventures—but let’s be honest, travel with kids can sometimes feel more chaotic than relaxing. Whether you're heading to the beach, boarding a flight, or just running errands, having the right tools to keep little hands busy makes all the difference.

That’s where sensory fidgets come in! Our collection of calming, mess-free fidgets—including Popi, Zen Strips, Hexle, Loopeez, Orrby, and Swingos—are made to go wherever your summer takes you. Perfect for plane rides, car trips, restaurants, or quiet time in the hotel room, these tools help kids stay focused, entertained, and regulated—no screens required.

✈️ Sensory Solutions for On-the-Go Families

Here’s your ultimate sensory travel toolkit:

Popi

The ultimate portable popping fidget, Popi delivers satisfying tactile feedback in a compact, colorful design. Kids love pressing and popping the bubbles—it’s relaxing, fun, and ideal for car seats, flights, or waiting rooms.

popi fidget toy

popi fidget toy in blue

Zen Strips

Peel-and-stick textured sensory strips that adhere to almost any surface—tablets, water bottles, seatbelts, or airplane trays. Zen Strips are subtle yet incredibly soothing, helping kids reduce anxiety and stay grounded during busy travel days.

silicone zen strips sensory strip to help calm and focus and ease anxiety

classroom set up with zen strips on the computer, computer mouse, stanley cup, notebook and phone

Hexle

Hexle’s twistable design offers endless hands-on stimulation. Kids can rotate, spin, and fidget their way through long drives or delays. Its quiet, repetitive movement is calming and encourages focus—without disrupting your surroundings.

Hexle Fidget Toy

Hexle Fidget Toy

Loopeez

This rotating fidget features two connected pieces that flip around endlessly in your fingers. It's simple, silent, and addictive. Great for younger kids who need movement to stay focused, especially in the car or on the go.

Loopeez Silent Fidget Toys

Orrby

Orrby is a unique, spherical sensory fidget that twists, turns, and rolls. Its textured surface and versatile motion make it a favorite for tactile input and sensory exploration—ideal for long stretches of waiting or sitting still.

orrby fidget toy in hand

Swingos

With rotating arms and smooth motion, Swingos are both visually and physically engaging. They’re perfect for travel, offering kids a quiet, hypnotic way to self-soothe and stay entertained on the road or in the air.

Swingos Silent Fidget Toy

🚗 Why Sensory Tools Are Essential for Travel

Sensory fidgets aren't just toys—they're powerful tools for helping kids regulate their emotions, reduce stress, and maintain focus. Whether your child has sensory needs or just gets antsy on long trips, tools like these can turn a chaotic journey into a peaceful one.

  • Helps with self-regulation and focus

  • Reduces restlessness and boredom

  • Encourages mindfulness and calm

  • Compact, portable, and mess-free

🧳 Ready, Set, Sensory!

Before you hit the road or take off for vacation, make sure your summer bag is packed with fidgets that travel well and work wonders. Whether you’re going near or far, our collection of sensory tools will help make your summer smoother—for kids and parents alike.

Shop our full sensory fidget collection now and take calm on the go this summer!

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