"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Choosing the right toys for kids, especially those with specific sensory needs, is both an art and a ...

Mattel is releasing its first autistic Barbie doll. Created in partnership with the Autistic Self Advocacy Network, or ASAN, the toy launched Monday is meant to represent children with autism spectrum ...

The chief science officer of ABA Centers writes that toys like the new autistic Barbie offer early lessons in inclusion for autistic children and their playmates.

Earlier this week, Mattel launched the first ever autistic Barbie—or at least the first Barbie to be explicitly identified as such. The newest addition to the Fashionistas collection, a line of ...

NEW YORK -- Toy stores, with bright lights, loud sounds and crowded aisles, can be hard to manage for children with autism or other sensory issues. For parents, finding toys that match their ...

1 in every 110 American children is now affected by autism. Twelve years ago, the number was 1 in 10,000 and in 2006, the number was 1 in 150. With the new 1 in 110 prevalence rate comes another ...

Company says doll is the latest expansion of its commitment to representation and inclusion With an animated Barbie film in development, following the success of Greta Gerwig’s 2023 blockbuster movie, ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

A specialized holiday toy drive aimed at supporting children on the autism spectrum is helping ensure that meaningful, developmentally appropriate gifts reach families in the Killeen area. Launched by ...