The party is getting loud, and your hand finds the squishy pumpkin in your pocket. One squeeze and that honey-like squish sinks under your fingers, while the glittery jack-o’-lantern sparkles in the light. Instant calm, with a little Halloween shimmer.

A pumpkin picked by surprise

This sensory toy is sold individually, and each one is randomly chosen in orange, green or purple, so part of the fun is finding out which colour lands in your hands. It is soft and stretchy, shaped like a cute jack-o’-lantern, and safe for kids 3 and up. Kids and adults alike reach for it whenever they need a quick fidget break.

From Halloween loot bags to your desk

Tuck a glitter squishy pumpkin into Halloween loot bags, hand them out as party favours, or keep one close for stress relief during a busy day. Pick up one for every trick-or-treater in your crew and let them compare colours. Which shade will you squeeze first?