The ARK Soccer Ball Chew Necklace is a football-shaped chew pendant offering a safe alternative to chewing on clothing, pencils, fingernails or teeth grinding. It is worn on a 30 inch adjustable breakaway cord and is available in five colours across two firmness levels, medium firm and very firm, so a child can choose the resistance that suits their chewing style. It is designed for autistic children, pupils with ADHD, and anyone with sensory processing differences or a wider special educational need who benefits from safe oral sensory input, with a playful football design that many children find motivating.

How it helps

The pendant measures approximately 4.4cm in diameter and 1.3cm thick at its centre, small enough to wear discreetly under a jumper. It is designed to be chewed with the pre-molars or front teeth, and its round, ball-like shape makes it an easy, motivating design for children who enjoy football or sport. As with ARK's other chew necklaces, the cord is a breakaway design intended to release under pressure, and the clasp and cord themselves are not designed for chewing.

For schools

• Motivating design for reluctant users: the football theme can make a sensory chew tool more appealing to children who might resist a more clinical-looking option.
• 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.
• Two firmness levels: medium firm and very firm options let a SENCO or therapy team match the pendant to a pupil's 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 everyday chewing habits: gives your child something purpose-built to chew instead of clothing, pencils or fingernails.
• Football design many children enjoy: the sports theme can make it easier to encourage a reluctant child to use a sensory chew tool.
• Choice of firmness: from medium firm to very firm, so you can find the right level for your child's chewing needs.
• 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 under clothing: though the design is playful, it can still be worn under a jumper or shirt, allowing an autistic adult or adult with ADHD or sensory processing differences to access oral sensory input during the working day.
• Supports reasonable adjustments: employers arranging adjustments under the Equality Act 2010, or via Access to Work, may consider this alongside more subtle designs as part of a wider sensory toolkit.
• Easy to maintain: the dishwasher-safe design makes it practical to keep clean as part of a daily routine.

For autistic children, a playful, familiar design like a football can make a new sensory tool feel less unfamiliar and more likely to be accepted. For pupils with ADHD, the repetitive chewing action can give restless energy somewhere to go, supporting focus during lessons or homework. For people with sensory processing differences, having a choice between medium firm and very firm resistance allows the level of oral input to be matched to what feels right for them.

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. A motivating, themed design such as a football can help encourage use, particularly among children who might otherwise resist a more clinical-looking sensory aid.

Whether you are a SENCO looking for a motivating sensory tool, a parent of a football-loving child, or supporting an adult employee with sensory needs, the ARK Soccer Ball Chew Necklace is a practical, playful option. Order today from The Dyslexia Shop.

• Football-shaped design: a playful, motivating pendant shaped like a football, designed to encourage use as a sensory chew tool.
• Two firmness levels: medium firm (XT) for moderate chewing and very firm (XXT) for avid chewers.
• Five colour options: Lime Green, Black and Dark Red (medium firm); Royal Blue and Orange (very firm).
• Compact pendant size: approximately 4.4cm in diameter and 1.3cm thick at the centre.
• Breakaway cord: 30 inch adjustable cord designed to release under pressure for safety.
• Medical-grade elastomer: 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.

• Football design children love. The playful, ball-shaped pendant can make it easier to encourage autistic children or pupils with ADHD to use a sensory chew tool.
• Two firmness levels. Medium firm and very firm options let the level of chewing resistance be matched to an individual with sensory processing differences.
• Breakaway safety cord. The 30 inch cord is designed to release under pressure, and the clasp and cord are not intended for chewing.
• 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)

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 Soccer Ball Chew Necklace?
  It is a football-shaped chew pendant worn on a breakaway cord, designed as a safe alternative to chewing on clothing, pencils or fingernails. It is available in five colours across two firmness levels.
• Is this chew necklace suitable for autistic children?
  Yes, the playful, familiar football design can make a new sensory tool feel less unfamiliar and more likely to be accepted. It gives autistic children a safe, purpose-built alternative to chewing 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 lessons or homework. Many children with ADHD find a wearable chew tool helps them settle.
• Is this suitable for children with sensory processing differences?
  Yes, it comes in two firmness levels, medium firm and very firm, so oral input can be matched to what feels right for the child. This makes it adaptable for a range of chewing needs.
• Is this a good option for reluctant sensory chew users in school?
  Yes, the football theme often appeals to children who might resist a more clinical-looking sensory tool. SENCOs and therapy teams can include it as 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, although the design is playful, it can be worn discreetly under clothing so an autistic adult, or an adult with ADHD or sensory processing differences, can access oral sensory input 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 Soccer Ball 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.