I found a website that actually recommends and rates toys for special needs children. Kim, I hope it is o.k. to put these on, as it's only for a resource, rather than personal gain (except for my being able to find toys for my child that are not money wasters!!).
It even allows you to search by disability, such as toys for sensory issues, communicative issues, etc. Gosh, I have learned so much in just this past month!

http://www.ableplay.org/searchresults.asp

This site looks like a wealth of information!

Thanks for the great site! Saving money and finding good toys is so important!