Description
An engaging sensory play tub that immerses children in an under the sea adventure, enhancing their creativity and fine motor skills.
Ingredients
- Plastic tub or shallow container
- Blue dyed rice or water beads
- Toy sea creatures (e.g., fish, crabs, octopuses)
- Shells and sea glass (non-sharp)
- Small scoops or cups
- Mini ocean-themed figurines (optional)
- Sensory items (e.g., glitter, seaweed)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Base: Start with a large tub or shallow bin and pour in blue dyed rice or water beads to create an ocean-like foundation.
- Introduce Ocean Life: Scatter toy sea creatures throughout the tub and add shells and sea glass for added texture and color.
- Encourage Exploration: Provide small scoops or cups for children to dig, pour, and play, and sprinkle glitter or dried seaweed for surprise elements.
- Engage Creativity: Encourage children to create stories about their underwater adventures using the figurines and ask guiding questions about marine life.
Notes
Swap materials or add scents like ocean-scented essential oils for a different sensory experience. Use traditional play sand for an alternative texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sensory Play
- Method: Sensory Play
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 child
- Calories: 0
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg