{"product_id":"tfh-giant-tickle-me-tunnel","title":"TFH Giant Tickle Me Tunnel","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCrawl, Touch \u0026amp; Discover with the TFH Giant Tickle Me Tunnel – Full-Body Tactile \u0026amp; Visual Sensory Stimulation for Children of All Abilities Across North America\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eNine feet of brightly coloured tactile sensory tunnel, and all anyone has to do is walk through it. The TFH Giant Tickle Me Tunnel fills the inside with Velcro streamers that brush against the body as users move through - a full, enveloping tactile sensory experience that works for curious three-year-olds, energetic school groups, children in wheelchairs, and anyone in between. It is available across Canada \u0026amp; the US through The Sensory Supply, and ships to schools, therapy clinics, camps, and homes alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhat makes this tunnel genuinely different from standard play tunnels is its scale and its intentional design. At 5'6\" wide and 6'6\" tall, it is large enough to accommodate a wheelchair comfortably, making it one of the few sensory tunnel products that is truly inclusive by design rather than by workaround. Groups of children can move through together, or one at a time while others watch - both modes of use naturally build the cooperative interaction and social awareness that make this tunnel as valuable in a classroom or therapy setting as it is in a backyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe open mesh construction gives caregivers and educators a full, unobstructed view of children inside at all times, while the ventilation keeps the interior comfortable even during extended active play sessions. When the session ends, it collapses down for compact, straightforward storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eKey Features of the TFH Giant Tickle Me Tunnel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eVelcro Streamer Interior\u003c\/em\u003e - Streamers hang throughout the full length of the inside of the tunnel, brushing against the body as users walk or wheel through, delivering sustained tactile sensory input from entry to exit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eWheelchair-Accessible Dimensions\u003c\/em\u003e - At 5'6\" wide and 6'6\" tall, the tunnel is specifically designed to accommodate children in wheelchairs, making it a genuinely inclusive sensory tool for mixed-ability groups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eFull Visibility Mesh Construction\u003c\/em\u003e - The open design allows parents, teachers, and therapists to maintain a clear view of every child inside at all times, supporting supervision without interrupting the sensory experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eExcellent Ventilation\u003c\/em\u003e - The mesh structure ensures continuous airflow throughout the interior, keeping the tunnel comfortable for extended play, exercise, and movement circuits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eCollapsible for Easy Storage\u003c\/em\u003e - Folds down into a compact form for storage between sessions, making it practical for schools, clinics, and homes where space is shared\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eFlame Retardant\u003c\/em\u003e - Meets CPAI-84 fire safety standards, an important requirement for any equipment used in schools, care settings, and commercial play environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eDual Safety Certifications\u003c\/em\u003e - Tested to CPAI-84 and ASTM F963 standards, so institutional buyers and families can purchase with confidence in the product's safety credentials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eDevelops Tactile \u0026amp; Visual Sensory Response\u003c\/em\u003e - The streamers and bright colouring engage both the tactile and visual sensory systems simultaneously, supporting multi-sensory development through play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhy Tactile Sensory Input Through Movement Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe skin is the body's largest sensory organ, and tactile input - the sensation of being touched, brushed, or surrounded by texture - plays a foundational role in sensory integration. For children who are tactile seekers, the streamers inside the Giant Tickle Me Tunnel provide rich, satisfying whole-body input that can support regulation and focus in the sessions that follow. For children who are more tactile sensitive, moving through the tunnel at their own pace offers a gentle, self-directed way to build tolerance to tactile sensation in an environment that feels playful rather than clinical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eOccupational therapists building sensory circuits in schools and clinics will recognise the Giant Tickle Me Tunnel as a natural station for proprioceptive and tactile input combined - children who have to navigate the streamers while moving forward are engaging their bodies and their planning skills simultaneously. Educators in inclusive classrooms use it as a cooperative play structure where children with different abilities can participate fully on their own terms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSkills Developed Through Play with the TFH Giant Tickle Me Tunnel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eTactile Sensory Processing\u003c\/em\u003e - Moving through the hanging Velcro streamers delivers continuous tactile input across the skin, supporting the nervous system's ability to process and organise touch sensation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eVisual Sensory Response\u003c\/em\u003e - The bright colours and moving streamers engage the visual sensory system, encouraging tracking, attention, and visual processing within an active play context\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eGross Motor Skills \u0026amp; Muscle Strength\u003c\/em\u003e - Walking, wheeling, or running through the tunnel develops lower body strength, coordination, and physical confidence through whole-body movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eCooperative Interaction \u0026amp; Social Skills\u003c\/em\u003e - When used in groups, the tunnel naturally structures turn-taking, communication, and shared play, building social awareness through joyful, low-barrier interaction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eMotor Planning \u0026amp; Body Awareness\u003c\/em\u003e - Navigating through a tunnel filled with hanging elements requires children to plan and coordinate their movements, a skill that underpins physical and daily independence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eImaginative Play\u003c\/em\u003e - The tunnel's dramatic scale and tactile environment spark imaginative and narrative play, developing creativity and language alongside sensory and motor skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe TFH Giant Tickle Me Tunnel is built for any setting where inclusive, active sensory play matters. Schools and special education programmes use it in sensory circuits and PE sessions where all students can participate regardless of mobility. Occupational therapy clinics use it as a tactile and proprioceptive station in movement programmes. Summer camps and after-school programmes rely on its durability and portability for outdoor and indoor use alike. Families with larger backyard spaces or recreation rooms find it transforms independent and group play for children of all ages and abilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIt is genuinely suitable for neurotypical children who simply want something exciting to run through, and for neurodiverse learners whose sensory diets call for regular whole-body tactile input. Recommended for ages 3 and up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA percentage of proceeds from this product is donated directly to Autism Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e All TFH products are compatible with TFH-labelled accessories and items only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDimensions: W: 5'6\" x H: 6'6\" x L: 9 ft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSafety certifications: CPAI-84, ASTM F963\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRecommended age: 3 and up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eConstruction: Flame retardant, collapsible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"TFH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46240644104442,"sku":"8GTMT","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/5885\/5162\/files\/tfh-giant-tickle-me-tunnel-tactile-sensory-tunnel.jpg?v=1776712952","url":"https:\/\/thesensorysupply.com\/en-us\/products\/tfh-giant-tickle-me-tunnel","provider":"The Sensory Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}