DIY Fidget Toy for Kid

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When I was a kid, the ultimate fidget was simple soda tabs strung onto a string or key ring. I decided to make a soda tab DIY fidget toy for my kids to use to boost concentration and make teaching ADHD easier.

How to Make a Soda Tab DIY Fidget Toy

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Some studies have found that kids who have ADHD and fidget are more likely to retain what they learn. So, they aren’t really toys, but tools.

What You Need:

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This fidget is so simple, it almost needs no explanation. This fidget is just a string of soda pull tabs added to a key ring. You could also use a necklace, bracelet, or zipper pull.

If you like, you can personalize the fidget by coloring the tabs with nail polish

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