The ARK Gummy Bear Chew Necklace is a safe, medical-grade chewable pendant designed as an alternative to chewing on pencils, clothing or fingers. It is worn on a 30 inch adjustable breakaway cord and is available in nine colours across three firmness levels, from softest to toughest, so a child or adult can choose the resistance that feels right for their chewing style. It is designed for autistic children and adults, people with ADHD, and anyone with sensory processing differences who benefits from safe oral sensory input to support stress relief, focus and self-regulation.

How it helps

The pendant measures approximately 5.7cm tall, 2.8cm wide and 1.3cm thick, small enough to wear discreetly under a jumper or school jumper. It is made to be chewed with either the pre-molars or the front teeth, giving flexibility for different chewing preferences. The cord is a breakaway design, meaning it is intended to release under pressure for safety, and the clasp and cord themselves are not designed for chewing.

For schools

• Quiet, wearable sensory support: worn discreetly under clothing, so a pupil can access oral sensory input during lessons without it being obvious to classmates.
• Fits within SEN provision: a low-cost tool that can form part of a pupil's sensory diet, EHCP or one-page profile alongside other classroom adjustments.
• Nine colours and three firmness levels: makes it easier for a SENCO or therapy team to match a pack to individual pupils' chewing needs.
• Straightforward hygiene: the dishwasher-safe design supports schools managing multiple sensory resources across a class or year group.

For parents and home use

• Safe alternative to chewing everyday items: gives your child something purpose-built to chew instead of pencils, sleeves or fingernails.
• Choice of firmness: from softest for light chewing through to toughest for avid chewers, so you can find the right level for your child.
• Wearable and practical: the adjustable breakaway cord means it can be worn around the neck at home, at school or on outings.
• Age-appropriate with supervision: suitable from 3 years and above, though direct adult supervision is required and the necklace should be checked regularly for wear.

For the workplace

• Discreet adult sensory support: some autistic adults and adults with ADHD or sensory processing differences use chew jewellery like this to manage stress and maintain focus during the working day.
• Supports reasonable adjustments: employers arranging adjustments under the Equality Act 2010, or via Access to Work, may consider this a low-cost, discreet sensory tool for an employee's individual needs.
• Easy to maintain: the dishwasher-safe design makes it practical for an adult to keep clean as part of a daily routine.

For autistic children and adults, having a safe, predictable item to chew can support self-regulation and reduce reliance on chewing clothing or other everyday items. For people with ADHD, the repetitive chewing action can provide a channel for restless energy and support sustained focus during a task. People with sensory processing differences, particularly those who seek oral or proprioceptive input, often benefit from having a choice of firmness levels, which is why this product is available from softest to toughest.

Occupational therapists commonly recommend chew jewellery as part of a sensory diet to provide safe oral input for people who chew non-food items, helping to regulate arousal levels, focus or anxiety. Providing a range of firmness levels, as this product does, allows the right level of resistance to be matched to an individual's sensory needs.

Whether you are a SENCO building a sensory toolkit, a parent looking for a safe alternative to chewing on clothes and pencils, or supporting an adult employee with sensory needs, the ARK Gummy Bear Chew Necklace is a practical, wearable option. Order today from The Dyslexia Shop.

• Safe alternative to chewing everyday items: designed to replace chewing on pencils, clothing or fingers with a purpose-built, medical-grade pendant.
• Three firmness levels: softest for light chewing, medium for moderate chewing, and toughest for avid chewers.
• Nine colour options: Red, Translucent Pink and Translucent Green (softest); Lime Green, Hot Pink and Translucent Blue (medium); Royal Blue, Lavender and Translucent Red (toughest).
• Compact pendant size: approximately 5.7cm tall, 2.8cm wide and 1.3cm thick.
• Breakaway cord: 30 inch adjustable black cord designed to release under pressure for safety.
• Medical-grade elastomer: food and medical-grade materials, manufactured in Columbia, South Carolina, USA.
• Easy to clean: handwash or top-rack dishwasher safe.
• Pack contents: 1 x chewable pendant with 1 x breakaway cord.

• Nine colours, three firmness levels. From softest to toughest, autistic children and adults, and people with ADHD or sensory processing differences, can find the right level of chewing resistance.
• Breakaway safety cord. The 30 inch cord is designed to release under pressure, and the clasp and cord are not intended for chewing.
• Discreet enough for school or work. Worn under clothing, it gives quiet oral sensory input during lessons or the working day without drawing attention.
• Specialist UK retailer. Supplied by The Dyslexia Shop, a UK specialist in resources for autism, ADHD and other learning differences.

What's in the Box

• 1 x chewable pendant
• 1 x adjustable breakaway cord (30 inches, black)

Care and Cleaning

Handwash or clean on the top rack of a dishwasher. Regularly inspect the pendant and cord and replace at the first sign of wear.

Delivery and Returns

Standard UK delivery applies. See our Delivery and Returns page for full details.

Safety and Age Suitability

Recommended for ages 3 years and above. Direct adult supervision is required at all times. Contains small parts that present a choking hazard. The cord is a breakaway design intended to release under pressure; the clasp and cord are not intended for chewing.

• What is the ARK Gummy Bear Chew Necklace?
  It is a safe, chewable pendant worn on a breakaway cord, designed as an alternative to chewing on pencils, clothing or fingers. It is available in nine colours across three firmness levels.
• Is this chew necklace suitable for autistic children and adults?
  Yes, many autistic children and adults find having a safe, predictable item to chew helpful for self-regulation. It offers a discreet alternative to chewing clothing or other everyday items.
• Can chewing jewellery like this help with ADHD?
  Yes, the repetitive chewing action can give restless energy somewhere to go, which may support focus during a task. Many people with ADHD find chew jewellery helps them settle and concentrate.
• Is this suitable for people with sensory processing differences?
  Yes, it comes in three firmness levels, from softest to toughest, so oral or proprioceptive input can be matched to what feels right for the individual. This makes it adaptable for different sensory chewing needs.
• Can this be worn discreetly at school?
  Yes, the pendant can be worn under a jumper or school uniform, giving a pupil quiet oral sensory input during lessons without it being obvious to classmates. It can form part of a pupil's sensory diet or EHCP.
• Can my child wear this chew necklace at home?
  Yes, it can be worn at home, at school or on outings thanks to the adjustable breakaway cord. Direct adult supervision is required, and the necklace should be checked regularly for wear.
• Can adults wear this chew necklace at work?
  Yes, some autistic adults and adults with ADHD or sensory processing differences wear chew jewellery like this discreetly during the working day. It may form part of a reasonable adjustment arranged under the Equality Act 2010 or via Access to Work.
• What age is the ARK Gummy Bear Chew Necklace suitable for?
  It is recommended for ages 3 years and above. Direct adult supervision is required at all times, as the pendant contains small parts that present a choking hazard.