Tag: sensory bins

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early learning

Fake Snow: How to Make Fake Snow

If you’re looking for an easy DIY sensory activity, this fake snow recipe using shaving cream and baking soda is perfect! It’s simple to make, feels cool like real snow, and offers endless opportunities for imaginative play.   Fake Snow Recipe Materials You’ll only need two common household items to

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fall activities

Fall Sensory Bin Ideas

Fall is the perfect time to get creative with sensory bins. These engaging and educational activities are wonderful for young children, particularly those aged 2 to 5 years old, as they explore the changing seasons. Here’s a guide to creating a fall sensory bin that will not only keep your

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Activities with/for kids

Sensory Play Benefits (and It’s Not Just for Kids!)

Sensory play benefits for children are truly immeasurable. I am a huge fan of sensory play*. When I say that, I don’t mean, “I am a huge fan of sensory play for little children.” I mean, “I am a huge fan of sensory play for MYSELF!” Yes, I do enjoy sensory

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DIY projects

Dinosaur Sensory Bin — A Fun and Easy DIY Activity

There are so many ideas for a dinosaur sensory bin. The options go on forever. When we did a dinosaur-themed Yogalore class recently, I wanted to try something I hadn’t tried before. What I liked about this particular sensory bin is that it had several concepts and activities in one

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Plastic Pellets — Kidfetti for Sensory Play

Recently I have had several people (both parents and teachers) ask me about my Kidfetti (plastic pellets). If you are the parent of a toddler, preschooler, or have a child who may be either sensory-seeking or maybe even sensory avoidant, these things are the bomb and a must-have! I really

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child development

Sensory Tables and Bins — Why Are They Beneficial?

If you’re a preschool teacher, chances are you know all about sensory tables. If you don’t know much about them or would like to know the benefits of a sensory table, read on. You don’t have to be a teacher to have a sensory table. As we learned, you can

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