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In this day and age, screen time seems to dominate children’s attention. That’s why it’s more important than ever to provide children with gifts that encourage them to unplug from electricity and return to the basics of classic play and imagination. We are thrilled to share that Incredible Novelties has stepped up to the challenge with exciting new additions to its compound line. These innovative products—Stretchy Sand and Foam Alive—are designed to spark hours of engaging, open-ended play. If you are searching for the perfect sensory toys this holiday season, look no further!
Stretchy Sand (Ages 3+)

Stretchy Sand offers a delightful alternative to traditional play dough, delivering a simple, classic play experience with an enjoyable modern twist. Designed for children aged three and up, this compound provides a smooth, satisfying kinetic sensory activity.
Why Parents and Kids Love Stretchy Sand:
| Feature | Benefit for Play & Learning |
|---|---|
| Incredible Stretch | Encourages kneading and shaping, stimulating gross hand motor skills and tactile perception. |
| Absolutely Mess-Free | Doesn’t stick to hands, clothes, tables, or carpet! Parents will love that cleanup is a breeze. |
| Never Dries Out | When properly stored in its resealable container, the sand remains soft, allowing kids to enjoy it over and over again. |
| Versatile | Perfect for use with cookie cutters and molds, or mixing with slime for a brand-new play experience. |
Stretchy Sand comes in four vibrant, attractive colors: pink, purple, green, and blue. Remember to knead the sand until it reaches that signature doughy consistency for maximum stretch!
My Personal Review of Stretchy Sand
As someone who has seen countless compounds dry out or stick to everything, I was genuinely impressed with Stretchy Sand. It feels like the perfect hybrid—smoother than traditional kinetic sand, yet pliable like modeling clay. The “no trace” factor is the real winner here. It’s impossible to put down, and knowing that this fluffy, soft compound stimulates tactile and haptic perception while keeping the cleanup minimal makes it a fantastic gift recommendation.
Foam Alive (The Moving Compound)

If you are looking for an exciting sensory toy that serves as a fresh alternative to the persistent slime phase, might we recommend Foam Alive?
Foam Alive is a unique compound that truly seems to magically come to life when you touch it. It provides the building potential of traditional compounds but with an added element of kinetic movement.
Experience the Action Right Out of the Box:
Foam Alive is packaged uniquely in an hourglass container, allowing you to see its mesmerizing movement immediately. Just turn the package over to watch it flow!
Like Stretchy Sand, you can shape it, mold it, and build towers with it. However, the true fun begins when you watch it lose its shape and “come alive.” It flows and moves almost perpetually—like a slow, colorful erupting volcano!
Foam Alive is available in three striking colors: blue, red, and purple.
My Personal Review of Foam Alive
Foam Alive is a definite head-turner. I found the movement mesmerizing; it’s unlike any other modeling compound on the market. It’s light, fluffy, and incredibly fun to squish and shape. The way it slowly collapses on itself, constantly shifting and flowing, encourages kids (and adults!) to keep interacting with it. For parents seeking a low-stress sensory toy that captures attention and offers a completely novel experience, Foam Alive is a brilliant choice.
Conclusion: Give the Gift of Sensory Discovery
Incredible Novelties’ new compounds—Stretchy Sand and Foam Alive—are more than just novelty toys. They are tools that support essential child development, encouraging focus, improving gross hand motor skills, and most importantly, providing a much-needed break from digital screens.
Ready to inspire hours of creative, unplugged fun this year? Explore these fabulous compounds and bring the magic of open-ended play back home!
Website: https://www.incrediblenovelties.com

This looks like a fun alternative to the slime my kids are obsessed with.
The stretchy sand looks so cool.
This looks pretty cool. My kids would love both.
I bought this for my autistic son for sensory play. It is amazing!
That stretchy sand is really cool. That’s something my daughter would love.
So cool that you can use cookie cutters with the sand too!
The stretchy sand looks amazing and a lot of fun!
This reminds me of kinetic sand.
I even love playing with this stuff!! so much fun and better than slime
This looks satisfying to play around with.
These are awesome!
Nice when you mix the blue and green together.
Love you can use cookie cutters !