Today we will be looking at gift ideas for all phases of CVI!
In this series, we will also be looking at low vision and Blind/Deafblind gift ideas, so be sure to check that post out too.
And hey! We also have a post on wrapping gifts.
Gift ideas for kids with CVI Phase I

For kids that are in CVI Phase I, maintaining a visual target is the name of the game.
- Spinning light up wands (depending on seizure activity! Be sure to ask)
- Lightboard
- Lightbox activities such as translucent 3D shapes, letters/numbers, or magnetic building blocks
- LED nightlights, like this jellyfish one (which may be appropriate for all ages)
- Squishy lights, like this pear one (ADORABLE) which may be appropriate for all ages if your older child is into cute things. If not, here is one with a more straightforward design.
- Bubble machines (do not aim it at the child’s face/body without their consent lol)
Gift ideas for kids with CVI Phase II

Kids in Phase II are usually continuing to work on the “look and touch” skill as well as looking at images in 2D (i.e. books)
- Button-activated items
- For younger kids, toys like this mozart cube, or this light-up shape sorter.
- For older kids, functional items like lanterns, toothbrushes
- Books that come with a stuffed animal or other tactile element. This one about feelings is pretty great for almost all ages!
- Cause/effect Skills
- For younger kids, toys like this hammer/ball one, or this cactus that dances when your child makes sound
- For older kids, functional items like drink makers, handheld vacuums cleaners, or portable speakers
- Bright, simple-colored toys that work on functional skills
- Stackers (little kids and bigger kids)
- Sorters (little kids and bigger kids)
- busy boards with everyday household items
Gift ideas for kids with CVI Phase III

Phase III kids are continuing to work on complex visual skills like endurance and visual complexity.
- Audible gift card
- Instant-print Camera (like a Polaroid or this Fujifilm one)
- Games that work on visual efficiency, such as a Nintendo Switch, or a simpler hand-held Light Up Pop-It game
- DoorDash or Uber gift cards, for your older, more/independent kids
- I-Spy books (be careful, this may cause frustration!)
- Cinema Light-up Boards
- Games that work on visual complexity, such as this hamburger making game (for younger kids) or this face-making game (fun for all ages)