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Santa Foam Dough Sensory Bin


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  • Author: rosalind-chef-2
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 1 sensory bin 1x
  • Diet: N/A

Description

A whimsical holiday adventure, this sensory bin lets children engage their senses while exploring a festive foam dough. Perfect for imaginative play and fine motor skills development.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup of white school glue
  • 1 cup of shaving cream
  • 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
  • Green and red food coloring (optional)
  • Christmas-themed sensory objects (tiny ornaments, mini Santa figurines, etc.)
  • A large, shallow bin for play
  • Mixing bowl and spoon
  • Plastic storage container for storage

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of white school glue with 1 cup of shaving cream. Stir gently until the mixture becomes fluffy and well-combined.
  2. Sprinkle in 1 tablespoon of cornstarch and mix thoroughly to create a soft, dough-like consistency.
  3. If desired, add a few drops of green or red food coloring to the mixture. Blend well until the color is evenly distributed.
  4. Transfer the foam dough into your large, shallow bin. Hide Christmas-themed sensory objects within the dough for discovery.
  5. Encourage children to dig in, squish the dough, and mold Santa shapes.

Notes

Store foam dough in an airtight container for up to a week. Non-toxic and safe for children with supervision.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Craft
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Holiday

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Varies
  • Calories: N/A
  • Sugar: N/A
  • Sodium: N/A
  • Fat: N/A
  • Saturated Fat: N/A
  • Unsaturated Fat: N/A
  • Trans Fat: N/A
  • Carbohydrates: N/A
  • Fiber: N/A
  • Protein: N/A
  • Cholesterol: N/A