Description
A delightful ocean-themed sensory bin that allows children to explore textures and concepts related to marine life through hands-on play.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups of sand or kinetic sand
- 2 cups of water beads (optional)
- Miniature sea animals (plastic or rubber)
- Seashells (real or fake)
- Small rocks or pebbles
- Small shovels or scoops
- Containers or buckets
- Tweezers
Instructions
- Choose a large bin or tray and fill it with sand until it’s about 2 inches deep.
- If using, soak water beads in water for a few hours until they expand, then mix them into the sand.
- Scatter miniature sea creatures throughout the sand and arrange seashells and pebbles in clusters.
- Include shovels or cups for digging and incorporate tweezers for fine motor skills development.
Notes
Customize colors with blue or green rice, use natural elements for authenticity, and change themes for different seasons.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Activity
- Method: Sensory Play
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bin