10-year-old launches sensory clothing line, auditions for Shark Tank
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Ten-year-old Kehlani Simpson of Southern Elementary created 'Focus Forward,' a sensory clothing line aimed at children with ADHD and autism; she auditioned for ABC's Shark Tank and balances school, pageants and extracurriculars.
Ten-year-old Kehlani Simpson, a student at Southern Elementary School, has developed a sensory-focused clothing line called Focus Forward and recently auditioned for ABC's Shark Tank. Kehlani and her mother described the line as designed to help children with attention and sensory needs; it features washable pens for drawing on clothes, satin fabrics, pockets with marbles sewn inside and tactile attachments designed to soothe and allow movement while minimizing classroom disruption.
Kehlani explained she began the line after getting in trouble for drawing on her clothes and struggling to focus in class. Her mother said the garments are intended to give children outlets to fidget without damaging clothing. The segment noted Kehlani is also the reigning Miss Delaware Preteen and participates in photography work, choir, track and cheerleading.
The family said they hope the sensory clothing will appeal to children with ADHD or autism; Kehlani awaits news on whether she will appear on the television program. No details about production partners, pricing, or distribution were provided in the segment.
