ARK's Sidekick Chewie Figurine

ARK’s Sidekick™ Chewie Figurine – Available in Three Colour-Coded Toughness Levels

Please note - Purple XXT is now Lavender XXT

ARK's Sidekick™ Chewie is a large oral motor chew tool. The Sidekick is smooth on both sides and the surface area is the equivalent of 2 standard P Grabbers. With 5 different extensions to chew on, it is a longer-lasting shape for moderate to avid chewing. The extensions make this chew suitable for those who chew with their back molars.

Please note - Because this is a thicker chew, ARK recommend that you may want to "size down" a toughness level. If you use an XXT in the Grabber, you may want to try an XT in the Sidekick.

Useful features of the Sidekick™ Chewie include -

• Use as an oral fidget toy for children who need lots of sensory input
• Becomes a safe alternative to chewing on hands, knuckles, shirts, pencils and siblings etc.
• Can help to manage tooth-grinding and/or thumb-sucking
• Builds oral strength, mobility and control
• Actively exercises the lips, tongue, cheeks and especially the jaw allowing the mouth to learn and grow strong through oral exploration
• Enables children opportunity to practice their biting/chewing skills without the risk of choking
• A longer-lasting shape for moderate to avid chewers, with rounded edges for comfortable chewing

Technical Information -

Each Sidekick measures about 10cm at the widest part, 15cm at the tallest part, and 1.3cm thick

Choosing the correct colour/density option -

Standard - This is the softest level, recommended for mild chewers (those who do not generally chew through anything). It is also suitable for individuals with low oral tone, or those with limited jaw strength who are just learning to bite and chew

Medium XT - This is the middle level, which is called XT ("Xtra Tough"). It's firmer, but still fairly chewy, recommended for moderate chewers

Very Firm XXT - This is the toughest level, which is called XXT ("Xtra Xtra Tough"). It still has some “chewability” to it, but it’s fairly rigid/pretty firm. This level provides the most resistance/feedback to the jaw

Please note -This product is not a toy. Recommended for children 5 years old and upwards. Although these chew tools are sturdy and durable, no chew tool is indestructible. Wear and tear may be expected given the nature of the intended use. While for some people a chew tool will last forever, for others with heavy/aggressive oral needs, they may go through it very quickly. Please supervise at all times, regularly inspect the chew, and replace if necessary if the item starts to show signs of wear and tear

Ordering and shipping

Please NOTE that only ONE Sidekick™ is supplied in a colour and toughness level of your choice. The group photo is for illustration of colours only. Choose your option from the drop-down menu above. Colour hues may vary slightly. Please also note that the Sidekick is standing in the picture for visual purposes only - it does not "stand" well on its own as the edges are very rounded for comfortable chewing