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In celebration of Neurodiversity Pride Day on June 16, HP has partnered with renowned puppeteer Stacey Gordon, autism advocate Kylie Kelce, and its charitable partner Eagles Autism Foundation (EAF) to introduce Print Pals. This line of custom-designed, printable puppets aims to empower children – no matter how they learn – and their families by encouraging creative expression. An estimated 1 in 5 children worldwide is neurodivergent, with 73% of these children facing challenges in managing their emotions or expressing themselves.

Experts emphasize the importance of creative outlets, especially as screen time continues to impact the way we connect with one another, which can be particularly difficult for neurodivergent kids to navigate. Hands-on creative activities, such as puppet crafting, offer a therapeutic alternative that helps neurodivergent children express themselves more effectively while significantly enhancing social engagement. Print Pals was inspired by Stacey Gordon’s artistic background, experiences as a former autism therapist and mother of neurodivergent children.



Gordon is also known for creating Julia, the first autistic character on Sesame Street. “I’ve seen firsthand how the magic of puppetry can transform playtime into a social-emotional learning opportunity for kids and parents,” said Gordon. “Using puppets to communicate and story-tell in a way that represents diverse experiences and perspectives allows us to understand each other better a.

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