Have you heard or seen the latest craze of the fidget spinners? It initially started as a tool to heal those with attention challenges and it was recommended for ages 6 and up. If you look at the item, it is a cross between a ceiling fan and a ninja star, only possibly less dangerous. It has become the greatest hit among children in a long time.
Fidget spinners have multiple uses and outcomes.
The genius in these fidget spinners has to do with the marketing. Initially, they were for those with ADHD or on the autism spectrum. Then later ads began to include that it helps quit bad habits or to relieve boredom. To learn more about the dangers and how it can impact with someone who has ADHD, read more in this article!
Key takeaways
- Fidget spinners have been around for years, yet recently have become such a fad that they’re being banned in schools.
- Fidget spinners are a toy designed for fidgeting to help children with sensory disorders, but as they have become more popular they have moved away from this original purpose.
- While fidget spinners can be dangerous if used improperly, banning them from schools can adversely affect the children with sensory disorders whom they were designed to help in the first place.
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