
rhyzoom
Rhyzoom is an interactive therapeutic toy designed to support children coping with trauma. Currently under study by the Psychology Department at the University of British Columbia (UBC), Rhyzoom is set to be introduced in a refugee camp as part of its first field trial.
Children can engage with Rhyzoom by pushing it with their feet or using the provided push sticks, encouraging physical movement and sensory exploration. The toy features two independently rotating layers that spin at varying speeds, creating a mesmerizing, dynamic display of color. Hidden within the outer ring are small beads nestled in internal cavities, producing a soft, rhythmic sound as the toy rolls—a sound intended to soothe and calm.
Designed in partnership with Sam Fuller and Ana Gutierrez