How to make a DIY Sensory Bin for toddlers! Whether you’re looking for indoor entertainment during winter or outdoor fun in the spring and summer, these sensory bins are sure to provide hours of play for toddlers and preschoolers alike!
From sand and insects to rainbow crystals and gadgets, we’ve got you covered with ideas that cater to different age groups and interests. Let’s encourage learning through play together! 🌈✨
Sandy Insect Adventure Sensory Bin: 🐜🌿
Transform your little one’s playtime into an exciting safari with our Sandy Insect Adventure Sensory Bin! Perfect for girls or boys and younger toddlers aged 2 to 3 years old, this sensory bin combines the tactile experience of sand with the thrill of discovering fascinating insects.
Materials Needed:
- Large plastic container or bin
- Play sand
- Plastic insects (such as ants, ladybugs, butterflies)
- Small shovels and scoops
- Magnifying glass (optional)
- Fake leaves or branches for decoration
Instructions:
- Fill your plastic container or bin with play sand, ensuring it’s deep enough for digging and exploring.
- Scatter plastic insects throughout the sand, hiding them partially or fully to encourage sensory exploration.
- Add small shovels, scoops, and a magnifying glass to encourage digging, scooping, and observing the insects.
- Decorate the bin with fake leaves or branches to create a natural ambiance.
Watch your little adventurers dig, scoop, and uncover hidden treasures while engaging their senses and developing fine motor skills! 🌟
🌈🌟 Rainbow Crystal Exploration Sensory Bin: 🌈💎
For older kids who crave more excitement and variety, our Rainbow Crystal Exploration Sensory Bin is the perfect choice for ages 4 years old to 6 years old! 🌈💫 Bursting with colors, textures, and endless possibilities, this sensory bin promises hours of fun and learning through play.
IMPORTANT: We suggest using smaller toys in this bin for older children which could be a choking hazard to younger toddlers. Head this warning and make sure your bin is safe and age-appropriate.
Materials Needed:
- Large plastic container or bin with compartments
- Rainbow-colored crystal gems separated by compartments
- Small toys (such as cars, figurines, building blocks)
- Tongs or tweezers
- Magnets (optional)
- Funnels and tubes (optional)
Instructions:
- Fill your plastic container or bin with rainbow-colored crystal gems separated by color, creating a dazzling display of vibrant rocks.
- Add small toys, gadgets, and trinkets to encourage imaginative play and exploration.
- Introduce tools like tongs or tweezers to promote fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
- For an extra element of fun, incorporate magnets, funnels, and tubes to experiment with magnetism and gravity.
Watch as your little ones immerse themselves in a world of vibrant colors, textures, and endless possibilities! 🌟🚀 Whether they’re building, sorting, or experimenting, this sensory bin is sure to spark curiosity and creativity with color.
These DIY Sensory Bins are the perfect way to keep your little ones entertained and engaged! Use these DIY Sensory Bins for indoor or outdoor play. A fun craft idea where your toddlers can join in, play, and create to their little hearts desire.
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