Fayette County students are bringing fidget toys back into style. But this time with a purpose that goes far beyond playground trends.

ST. PAUL, Minn. – An item parents likely never had in school is often now in their kids' hands when they step into class. And teachers say it's proven to be vital for some students. "I have a fifth ...

Toe-tapping, squirming, and finger-drumming could actually be a helpful part of the learning process for kids with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, says a new study from the University of ...

Are fidget spinners helping antsy students sit still and concentrate on their lessons, or just driving kids (and teachers) to distraction? Depends on who you ask. Some schools have banned the twirling ...

Youngsters globally are rushing to buy the latest craze — primarily developed for autistic children and people who have trouble focusing or fidgeting by acting as a stress-relieving device. It is the ...

TABIONA, Utah (KUTV) — Teachers in Duchesne County have turned to flexible seating and fidget chairs after research shows sitting still may not be the best way for young students to learn. “There's so ...

Three young boys are walking home from the subway on a breezy May evening in South Philadelphia when one stops dead in his tracks as anxiety overtakes him. "My fidget spinner!" he exclaims, jaw ...

(WXYZ) — COVID-19 has been tough on students, teachers and parents. But a new metro Detroit company has created something unique. Its goal is to help alleviate the ...

First there were the fidget spinners, then the squishies, then the pop toys, then the faux game controllers, bendable this-and-thats and a number of other hand-held items that my kids could manipulate ...

Don't miss out on the headlines from Parenting. Followed categories will be added to My News. Youngsters globally are rushing to buy the latest craze — primarily developed for autistic children and ...