Sensory Solutions for ADHD, Autistic, Neurodivergent Kids & Their Parents
Support your neurodivergent child
with Grace & The Moodlets
Meet The Moodlets
A Note from Dad
Hey. If you're reading this, you're probably trying your absolute best—and I see you. Some days I get it right. Some days I get it really wrong. But what I’ve learned is this: staying calm matters more than saying the perfect thing. Listening matters more than fixing it. And love—love is loud enough to be heard through any meltdown, shutdown, or silence. You’re not alone. We’re learning together.
Meet Grace
The Brave Explorer
In a cosy little world not so far from here, lives a curious girl named Grace. With bright blonde hair, sparkling blue eyes, and a heart full of wonder, Grace sees the world a little differently — and that’s exactly what makes her so special.
Neurodiversity Connection: ADHD + Autism representation
Grace is a bright, curious leader who feels everything deeply—joy, frustration, wonder, and worry. Her journey teaches kids that it's okay to have big feelings and not always have the words to explain them.
How Grace Helps:
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Models bravery through emotional ups and downs
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Reminds kids (and parents) that growth is a process
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Encourages trying again, even when it feels scary
Strategy Tip: Let your child know, Grace gets overwhelmed too sometimes—but she always comes back to try again and says
”I can do this"
Grace is on a mission. She wants to help kids just like her — kids who feel big feelings, who think in colours and questions, who sometimes need quiet, and other times need to jump, spin, or simply be.
She knows that the world can be noisy and confusing, but also full of magic — especially when you have the right friends by your side.
Meet Blinky
The Overstimulated One
Sensory Trait: Light and noise sensitivity, sensory overload
Neurodiversity Connection: Common in autism, ADHD, and sensory processing challenges
Personality: Blinky loves shadows, soft sounds, and quiet corners. He’s the Moodlet who teaches that sometimes the world is just too much—and that’s okay. Blinky isn’t shy, he’s simply conserving energy when things feel overwhelming.
How Blinky Helps:
Blinky models the power of taking a step back.
He shows children how to:
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Recognize sensory overload
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Use sunglasses, hoodies, or headphones to block out stimulation
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Find or create a calm space when things feel too loud, bright, or chaotic.
Strategy Tip:
When a child starts acting out or withdrawing, instead of pushing them back in—follow Blinky’s lead. Offer choices like:
“Let's sit in the quiet zone for a bit?”
Meet Ziggy
The Mover
Sensory Trait: Constant movement, stimming, high energy
Neurodiversity Connection: ADHD, Autism
Personality: Ziggy bounces, spins, and flaps his way through life! He’s excitable, expressive, and never still for long. His joy comes through motion, and that motion is how he self-regulates.
How Ziggy Helps:
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Shows that movement isn’t defiance—it’s expression
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Encourages healthy stimming like bouncing, tapping, or dancing
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Reminds grown-ups that not all learning happens while sitting still
Strategy Tip: Let Ziggy’s energy inspire a movement break instead of a time-out.
"It's Ziggy Wiggle Time"
Meet Melo
The Calm One
Sensory Trait: Needs low-stimulation, quiet to recharge
Neurodiversity Connection: Autism, introverted neurodivergent kids, anxiety
Personality: Melo seeks softness—dim lights, quiet voices, slow movements. While others rush, Melo reminds everyone that peace is powerful.
How Melo Helps:
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Encourages the use of calm corners, fidget tools, and soft textures
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Models grounding strategies like deep breaths and quiet time
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Validates that wanting space is normal and healthy
Strategy Tip: Create a Melo Spot at home—blanket, soft lighting, and sensory toys.
"I love my mellow moments"
Meet Tinker
The Deep Thinker
Sensory Trait: Hyperfocus, need for structure and predictability
Neurodiversity Connection: Autism, giftedness, special interests
Personality: Tinker lives in his world of patterns, puzzles, and why’s. He loves routines, asks endless questions, and can focus for hours on a passion. Sometimes misunderstood as rigid—but he’s just tuned in.
How Tinker Helps:
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Celebrates deep interests instead of dismissing them
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Encourages visual schedules and routines
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Supports curiosity without judgment
Strategy Tip: When transitions are tough, routine is needed. Sit with your little one, offer some routine suggestions and ask them to share their ideas or write them down.
“Want to build a Tinker Plan together?”
Meet Nola
The Heart Helper
Sensory Trait: Emotional hypersensitivity, empathy
Neurodiversity Connection: Autism (emotional intensity), PDA, sensitive neurodivergent types
Personality: Nola feels everything others feel—whether it’s a smile or a storm. She comforts with hugs, sits quietly with sadness, and always notices when something’s off.
How Nola Helps:
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Models empathy, validation, and naming emotions
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Helps children identify and express what’s going on inside
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Builds connection through co-regulation
Strategy Tip: When your child is upset, channel Nola and just be present.
“You don’t have to explain it all—I’m just here.”
The Emotional Radar
Neurodiversity Connection: Emotional support animal, helps with self-regulation and sensory calming.
Personality: Penny senses before you speak. She snuggles up during storms, waits patiently in silence, and brings joy without needing a single word. She’s not just a dog—she’s a soft, steady heartbeat.
How Penny Helps:
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Encourages sensory grounding through touch and presence
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Reduces anxiety without demands
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Adds lightness in heavy moments
Strategy Tip: Invite Penny to “help sniff out a feeling” or bring a sensory-friendly comfort item.
Meet Penny
Meet Mum
The Anchor
Neurodiversity Connection: Supports emotional regulation, structure, and safe routines for neurodivergent children
Personality: Mum brings steady calm to the family storm. She’s the planner, the soother, and the one who holds it all when it’s falling apart. She doesn’t always get it right—but she always keeps showing up.
How Mum Helps:
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Models calm language and body cues
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Reinforces routines, transitions, and prep-talks
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Creates a safe container for big emotions
Strategy Tip: Use Mum’s “preview method”—tell your child what’s coming next to reduce anxiety.
Meet Dad
The Steady Supporter
Neurodiversity Connection: Models imperfect but intentional parenting for kids with ADHD, autism, and sensory needs
Personality:
Dad is the one learning as he goes. He doesn’t always have the answers—but he shows up with patience, humour, and love. He’s the voice in the background saying, “It’s okay to feel this way. Let’s figure it out together.”
Sometimes he burns the toast, forgets the visual schedule, or raises his voice when he’s tired—but he always repairs. He listens. He learns from Grace. And he models the truth every neurodivergent child needs to hear: You are not too much—and you are never alone.
How Dad Helps:
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Normalises big feelings in grown-ups too
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Shows kids what emotional regulation looks like in action
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Creates structure, routine, and softness without pressure
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Speaks the language of patience and playful guidance
Strategy Tip: Use “Dad Phrases” like:
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“Let’s take a breath and try again.”
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“I don’t know what to do yet, but I’ll stay with you until we figure it out.”
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“We’ll do this one small step at a time.”
We know that raising a neurodivergent child can feel like a wild, beautiful,
overwhelming, heart-expanding adventure.
There are no perfect answers—but there is support, understanding,
and love in every small step you take.
This resource was made with our own family's laughter,
tears, and lived experience.
We hope it brings comfort, connection, and a little light into your day.
With care and gratitude,
From our family to yours
— The Grace & The Moodlets Team 💜