{"product_id":"arks-krypto-bite-chewable-pencil-topper-prism-sensory-chew-for-kids-teens","title":"ARK's Krypto-Bite Chewable Pencil Topper - Prism Sensory Chew for Kids \u0026 Teens","description":"\u003ch2\u003eARK's Krypto-Bite® Chewable Pencil Topper\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eARK's Krypto-Bite® Chewable Pencil Topper is the best-selling pencil topper in the ARK Therapeutic range, and one of the most widely used sensory chew tools in schools and therapy settings across the world. Modelled after the same distinctive prism shape as the popular Krypto-Bite necklace, the topper has a gem-like appearance that is stylish enough for older pupils and teenagers to use without feeling self-conscious. It is made from FDA-compliant, medical-grade elastomer - containing no lead, phthalates, PVC, BPA, or latex - and is designed to slide over a standard HB pencil to give children and adults who need to chew a safe, appropriate, and effective outlet during writing tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Helps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChewing is a well-established self-regulation strategy used in sensory integration therapy and occupational therapy. The proprioceptive input generated through the jaw and oral muscles helps calm the nervous system, reduce anxiety, and support sustained attention during cognitively demanding tasks such as writing. For pupils with autism, ADHD, sensory processing differences, dyspraxia, or anxiety, having access to an appropriate chewing outlet during a lesson can meaningfully improve focus and reduce distressed or disruptive behaviour linked to unmet oral sensory needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Krypto-Bite® topper is solid at the chewing end and hollow at the other, fitting snugly over any standard HB pencil. The prism shape offers a natural, comfortable bite point and adds a small amount of weight to the pencil, increasing proprioceptive feedback through the hand and supporting more consistent pencil grip and positioning. Like all ARK Therapeutic chew tools, it is available in three colour-coded firmness levels: Standard for mild chewers, XT (Extra Tough) for moderate chewers, and XXT (Extra Extra Tough) for pupils with avid or persistent chewing habits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy It Works in Schools and Classrooms\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eARK's most popular pencil topper:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Krypto-Bite® is the go-to choice recommended by occupational therapists and SENCOs worldwide, making it the natural starting point when selecting a chewable pencil topper for a pupil's sensory support plan or EHCP provision.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStylish prism shape reduces stigma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike many therapeutic tools, the Krypto-Bite® has a gem or crystal appearance that is appealing to older children and teenagers, making it far more likely to be accepted and used consistently in a secondary school or upper KS2 setting without the pupil feeling singled out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree firmness levels enable precise SEN targeting:\u003c\/strong\u003e SENCOs and occupational therapists can select or trial the appropriate resistance level for each pupil, supporting individualised SEN provision and ensuring the tool meets each child's specific oral sensory need.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDishwasher safe for easy school hygiene:\u003c\/strong\u003e Top-rack dishwasher safe, making it easy to maintain hygiene standards between uses in a school environment where multiple pupils may use similar tools throughout the day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable from Year 1 through to secondary school and beyond:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recommended for children aged 6 and above, it is appropriate across KS1, KS2, KS3, KS4, and in adult education and workplace settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFor Home Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Krypto-Bite® works equally well at home for homework, reading, or other desk-based activities where a child or adult benefits from having something to chew. Each topper comes paired with an eraser-less pencil so it is ready to use straight from the pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Research Behind Chewing as a Support Strategy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOral motor input, including chewing, is a recognised component of sensory integration therapy. Proprioceptive feedback through the jaw has a documented calming and organising effect on the central nervous system, and chewable tools are routinely recommended by occupational therapists as part of a sensory diet for children with autism, ADHD, dyspraxia, or anxiety. The ARK Krypto-Bite® is designed specifically to provide this input in a practical, portable, and socially acceptable format that can be used during any writing-based activity without disrupting the flow of a lesson.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need guidance on which firmness level is right for a particular child, our team is happy to help. The general recommendation from ARK Therapeutic is to start with the Standard level and move up to XT or XXT only if the child is chewing through the softer level or finding it insufficiently satisfying.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ARK","offers":[{"title":"Softest \/ Red","offer_id":57498558595454,"sku":"TA2358-S-RED","price":8.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Softest \/ Magenta","offer_id":57498558628222,"sku":"TA2358-S-MAGENTA","price":8.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Softest \/ Dark Blue","offer_id":57498558660990,"sku":"TA2358-S-DBLUE","price":8.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Softest \/ Translucent Pink","offer_id":57498563379582,"sku":"TA2358-S-TPINK","price":8.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Softest \/ Translucent Green","offer_id":57498558693758,"sku":"TA2358-S-TGREEN","price":8.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium \/ Lime Green","offer_id":57498558726526,"sku":"TA2358-M-LGREEN","price":8.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium \/ Teal","offer_id":57498558759294,"sku":"TA2358-M-TEAL","price":8.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium \/ Black","offer_id":57498558792062,"sku":"TA2358-M-BLACK","price":8.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium \/ Hot Pink","offer_id":57498558824830,"sku":"TA2358-M-HPINK","price":8.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium \/ Translucent Blue","offer_id":57498558857598,"sku":"TA2358-M-TBLUE","price":8.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Toughest \/ Royal Blue","offer_id":57498558890366,"sku":"TA2358-T-RBLUE","price":8.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Toughest \/ Forest Green","offer_id":57498558923134,"sku":"TA2358-T-FGREEN","price":8.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Toughest \/ Lavender","offer_id":57498558955902,"sku":"TA2358-T-LAVENDER","price":8.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Toughest \/ Orange","offer_id":57498558988670,"sku":"TA2358-T-ORANGE","price":8.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Toughest \/ Translucent Red","offer_id":57498559021438,"sku":"TA2358-T-TRED","price":8.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/6560\/6649\/files\/ark-krypto-bite-chewable-sensory-pencil-covers__61300.webp?v=1780396922","url":"https:\/\/www.thedyslexiashop.co.uk\/products\/arks-krypto-bite-chewable-pencil-topper-prism-sensory-chew-for-kids-teens","provider":"The Dyslexia Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}