Autism Sensory Support

Classic Kynd Kit

Gratitude Practice

Let's start by taking a moment to practice gratitude.

What challenge have you overcome recently and what are you grateful to have learned from it?
What makes you proud? How do you show someone that you are proud of them?

The Recipient

In 2020, the CDC reported that approximately 1 in 54 children in the U.S. is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. Sensory toys help children with autism relax, focus, and calm down to a scenario or event. It helps them grasp objects with decreased fear and discomfort, ultimately helping them play naturally. Furthermore, sensory toys help develop social learning skills like negotiating, planning, and sharing

The Reason

This kit is designed with several sensory activities and toys to benefit children with autism.

Unpack the Box

Take everything out of the box.
Lay everything out so you can find what you need to build the kit.

Create Your Kynd Code

* We are currently transitioning out of this step. If your kit has a reference to a Kynd Code, please disregard.

Register Your Kit to Follow It's Journey

*Starting on April 4th, we have implemented a QR code/serial number process. If you do not have a QR code on the inside of you box, please disregard this step.

1. Locate the QR Code serial number on your Kynd Kit

If you have a classic kit, it will be located on the plastic bag inside the kit
If you have Plus or Max kit, it will be located on the inside of the box.

2. Go to kit registration page

If you are using your phone, open your camera and scan the QR code
If you are using your computer, click this link below and enter the serial number listed below the QR code
- Code starts with KK

Click here to go to kit registration page

3. Register your kit

Fill out the requested fields
By providing this information, you will be notified when your kit is returned to Project Helping and when it is distributed to those in need

*We will not use your information for anything besides notifying you of your Kynd Kit progress.

4. When you have completed registering your kit, please return to this page to continue building your kit.

5. Please ensure you include your QR serial code when returning your kit so we can scan it when we receive it.

6. You can visit kyndkit.org at any time to check the status of your Kynd Kit.

Find the Kynd Card

This is for you to spread extra kyndness to someone in your own life. Consider writing a note to a friend, loved one, or colleague that you are grateful for. Address the note and send it in the mail or give it to someone in person.

DO NOT include this in the finished kit.

See an Example

Write a Note to the Recipient

1. Find the following items:

Blank card and matching envelope
Enclosed materials such as crayons, markers, stickers

2. Write your letter and decorate the card.

Use the enclosed materials to decorate the card.
- Express your encouragement and include a hopeful message.
- Decorate the front and the inside of the card.

- - Helpful Tips:
    - Do not include a date or year on the letter.
    - Avoid politics completely and religion in excess.
      * Can’t think of what to write, draw a picture!

3. Decorate the envelope.

Use the enclosed materials to decorate the envelope that will hold your card.
- Make it colorful and fun. Decorate the front and back of the envelope.

4. Put the completed card in the envelope you decorated.

Include the Kynd Code sheet with the card.

DIY Jigsaw Puzzle

1. Find the following items:

Blank Jigsaw Puzzle
Small white envelope
Markers, crayons, pen, etc.

2. Assemble the puzzle

You will need to start with the puzzle assembled

3. Draw a picture or put a special message on the front of the puzzle.

Use the whole puzzle, filling it with color or messaging from edge-to-edge.

4. Prepare the small white envelope to hold the puzzle.

This envelope will hold the completed puzzle.
Decorate one side of the small white envelope with a picture or message.
Use the other side of the small white envelope to explain how to assemble the puzzle and what it will look like when it is done.

5. Take the puzzle apart and put the pieces in the envelope.

6. Seal the envelope.

DIY Sensory Tube

1. Find the following items:

Sensory tube
Glitter
Food dye
Glue
*You will also need water

2. Fill the clear sensory tube with as much glitter as you’d like.

3. Next, put in 3-5 drops of food coloring. The more food coloring you add, the harder it will be to see the glitter so be careful if you have a darker color!

4. Carefully fill the rest of the tube up with water.

5. Take the glue and put one teaspoon (or best estimate) of glue into the tube on top of the glitter and food coloring. The glue is what makes the glitter move in the tube.

6. Seal the tube tightly then give it a good shake!

Decorate the Box

Use the enclosed materials to decorate the box the kit came it. Make this fun and colorful. Get creative! This is how the recipient will receive their final kit.

Pack the Kit

Pack all of the materials and put it back into the original, now decorated, box.
Make sure the Kynd Code is included.
Add any optional items you would like.

Optional Items to Add