Description
Create a colorful and sensory-rich dyed salt tray, perfect for playtime activities that promote learning and creativity.
Ingredients
- Table salt (plain or kosher)
- Food coloring or liquid watercolor
- Baking sheet or shallow container
- Wax paper or parchment paper
- Mixing bowls
- Spoon or whisk
- Optional: Essential oils for scent (like lavender or lemon)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Workspace: Set up a clean, flat workspace to contain any mess. Lay out your materials within reach.
- Mix the Salt and Color: In a mixing bowl, pour in the desired amount of salt. Add a few drops of food coloring or liquid watercolor. Mix thoroughly until the salt is evenly colored.
- Dry the Salt: Spread the dyed salt evenly on a baking sheet lined with wax or parchment paper. Allow it to dry for a couple of hours or overnight to prevent clumping.
- Create Your Tray: Once dry, pour the colored salt into a shallow tray or container. Feel the texture as you arrange it; it should be soft and flowing.
- Enjoy Your New Tray: Invite children to use their fingers to create letters, shapes, or patterns in the salt. Experiment with different colors and designs to enhance the sensory experience.
Notes
Use this dyed salt for sensory bins or as a decorative element in sensory play areas. Customize colors and scents for a unique experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: Crafting
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tray
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 2000mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg