What is the tickit Sensory Glow Lantern?

The Sensory Glow Lantern is a hand-held, remote-controlled colour-change light made by tickit, standing 210mm tall with a 115mm diameter base. It is designed for use at home and in school with autistic children and children with sensory processing differences or other SEND, giving them a portable way to explore light and colour in a calming or stimulating way.

How it helps

The lantern is USB-C rechargeable, with an 8-hour charge cycle providing an average of 5 to 10 hours of light depending on the programme setting, so it can be used across a school day or a long evening wind-down routine at home. The included remote control lets a child or adult change colours and modes without having to touch the lantern itself, which is useful when a child needs to control their own sensory input. It is IP65 rated for water resistance and carries an A+ energy rating, and comes with a faux leather strap so it can be carried or hung for hands-free use.

For schools

• Portable enough to move between a sensory room, a quiet corner or a SEND base, giving staff a flexible tool for regulation breaks during the school day.
• The remote control means a child can adjust colours and modes independently, supporting self-regulation as part of a graduated approach to SEND provision.
• Comes with an information sheet in eight languages, which is useful for schools working with families who speak a range of home languages.
• Suitable for use across EYFS through to primary age settings, always under adult supervision.

For parents and home use

• Gives children a portable sensory tool that can move around the house, from a bedroom wind-down routine to a calming corner during a difficult moment.
• The remote control makes it easy for a child to choose their own colours and light modes, which can help them feel more in control of their sensory environment.
• Up to 10 hours of light on a single charge means it can be used through a full evening routine without needing to be recharged partway through.
• The faux leather strap makes it easy to carry between rooms or hang somewhere visible, and its IP65 water resistance rating adds peace of mind for everyday family use.

Supporting autistic children and children with sensory processing differences

Sensory lighting like the Glow Lantern is widely used to support autistic children and children with sensory processing differences because changeable, low-glare colour light can help with self-regulation, whether a child is seeking calming input or more stimulating visual feedback. Giving a child remote control over colour and mode also supports a sense of predictability and control, which many autistic children and children with sensory processing needs find reassuring. For children with broader SEND, the lantern offers a simple, screen-free sensory tool that can be built into a daily routine at home or as part of a school's sensory provision.

The Sensory Glow Lantern is supplied by The Dyslexia Shop, a UK specialist retailer of dyslexia and learning difference resources. Whether you are a parent building a calming sensory routine at home or a school adding to a SEND sensory toolkit, this portable light gives children a reliable, adjustable way to manage their sensory environment, always used under adult supervision.

• Hand-held, remote-controlled colour-change lantern: lets children select calming or stimulating light colours and modes to support sensory regulation.
• Dimensions: height 210mm x diameter 115mm at the base, sized for easy carrying between rooms or settings.
• USB-C rechargeable: an 8-hour charge cycle provides an average of 5 to 10 hours of light depending on the programme setting.
• IP65 rated for water resistance and carries an A+ energy rating.
• Faux leather carrying strap for portability or hands-free hanging.
• Suitable for use with children under adult supervision.
• Includes an information sheet printed in eight languages.

• Puts colour control in the child's hands. The remote lets autistic children and children with sensory processing differences choose their own calming or stimulating light setting.
• Goes wherever it's needed. Fully portable and IP65 water resistant, so it moves easily between a sensory room, a classroom corner or a bedroom at home.
• Long runtime, low maintenance. A single 8-hour USB-C charge gives 5 to 10 hours of light, so it is ready for a full school day or evening routine.
• Trusted UK specialist. Supplied by The Dyslexia Shop, a UK retailer focused entirely on dyslexia and learning difference resources.

What's in the Box

• 1 x Sensory Glow Lantern
• 1 x remote control (2 x AAA batteries included)
• 1 x USB-C charging lead (wall charger plug not included)
• 1 x information sheet, printed in 8 languages

Power and Batteries

The lantern is USB-C rechargeable. An 8-hour charge cycle provides an average of 5 to 10 hours of light depending on the programme setting. A wall charger plug is not included. The remote control is powered by 2 x AAA batteries, which are included.

Safety and Age Suitability

Suitable for use with children under adult supervision.

Delivery and Returns

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

• What is the tickit Sensory Glow Lantern?
  The Sensory Glow Lantern is a portable, remote-controlled colour-change light made by tickit. It is USB-C rechargeable, IP65 water resistant, and gives 5 to 10 hours of light on an 8-hour charge.
• Is the Sensory Glow Lantern suitable for autistic children?
  Yes, the Sensory Glow Lantern is commonly used to support autistic children because its changeable colours and remote control let a child choose calming or stimulating light in a predictable way. It should always be used under adult supervision.
• Does the Sensory Glow Lantern help with sensory processing differences?
  Yes, the lantern's adjustable colours and light modes are designed to support sensory regulation for children with sensory processing differences. Giving a child remote control over the light can help them manage their own sensory environment.
• Is the Sensory Glow Lantern suitable for children with SEND more broadly?
  Yes, the lantern is a flexible sensory tool suitable for a range of SEND needs, not only autism or sensory processing differences. It gives children a simple, screen-free way to engage with light and colour under adult supervision.
• Is the Sensory Glow Lantern suitable for use in the classroom?
  Yes, the lantern is portable enough to use in a sensory room, a quiet classroom corner or a SEND base. It supports regulation breaks during the school day, always under adult supervision.
• Is the Sensory Glow Lantern suitable for home use?
  Yes, the lantern works well at home as part of a calming bedtime routine or as a portable sensory tool a child can use in different rooms. It should always be used with adult supervision.
• What age range is the Sensory Glow Lantern suitable for?
  The Sensory Glow Lantern is suitable for use with children under adult supervision, without a specific minimum age stated by the manufacturer. An adult should always supervise use, particularly with younger children.
• How long does the Sensory Glow Lantern last on a single charge?
  An 8-hour USB-C charge provides an average of 5 to 10 hours of light, depending on the programme setting selected. This makes it suitable for a full school day or a long evening routine.