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Shaving Cream Sea Foam Sensory Bin


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

Description

A delightful sensory play experience for children, engaging touch, sight, and imagination with fluffy sea foam textures.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup shaving cream (preferably unscented)
  • 2 tablespoons food coloring (blue or green)
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 1 bowl
  • Plastic bin or tray
  • Ocean-themed toys (e.g., seashells, fish, boats)
  • Towel or cloth (for cleanup)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Workspace: Lay down a towel or cloth to catch spills and place the plastic bin in the center.
  2. Mix the Shaving Cream and Cornstarch: Combine 1 cup of shaving cream with 1 cup of cornstarch in a bowl, stirring to achieve a fluffy consistency.
  3. Add Color: Incorporate 2 tablespoons of food coloring into the mixture and swirl to create ocean waves.
  4. Transfer to Sensory Bin: Pour the fluffy mixture into the plastic bin, spreading it evenly.
  5. Add Ocean Toys: Scatter ocean-themed toys throughout the sensory bin for exploration and play.

Notes

Customize colors and add scents or textures for variation. Supervise young children closely during play.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Activity
  • Method: Sensory Play
  • Cuisine: N/A

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 activity
  • 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