That is a fantastic question I'm glad you ask before I answer that question Remember they're not special needs their SPECIAL POWERS, so yoyoing helps with focusing and creativity to make your own tricks, plus you can do it anywhere or anytime. It's not like a Rubik's Cube once you solve it that's it. There's endless tricks you can learn, plus it's a skill anyone can do. The retro yoyo is a timeless toy that also helps with co-ordination and gross motor skills, it even helps with social skills. So  pick up a yoyo for your special needs child  today.