Sensory play is important for children of every age, stimulating their senses and encouraging them to explore. Â If you’ve been on the hunt for some simple, inexpensive ways to ignite sensory play, we’ve got a whole list for you!
Inspired by Lemon Lime Adventures, we’re sharing some sensory play ideas for you to try with your kids. Â Maybe they will even inspire you to create your own.
15 {Fantastic} Sensory Play Ideas
1. Â Shaving Cream – Here are three sensory activities with shaving cream. Â These are great because they are inexpensive and easy clean-up!
2. Â Gooey Bag – Play with the fun substance that is made from baking soda and vinegar. Â Put it in a bag and dye it green!
3. Â Cloud Dough – Learn what cloud dough is and how to make it.
4. Â Baby Cloud Dough – Here is a baby friendly version of cloud dough!
5. Â Baby Play – Babies can have a fun time with sensory play, too! Â Filling a basket with beads entertains them and gives them a chance to explore new textures.
6. Â Shredded Paper – Take all your recycle paper and shred it for some fun sensory play.
7. Â Practical Life Activity – Peel and play with hard-boiled eggs.
8. Â Sensory Dough – This homemade rainbow-scented dough has a fun texture and is fun to play with.
9. Â Foam Dough – Here is another fun dough recipe and ways to use it – great for exploring their sense of touch.
10. Â Activity Cube – Use styrofoam, beads and pipe cleaners to make this activity cube that lets baby explore.
11. Â Explore Lights – Let them explore the wonder of twinkle lights by simply putting holiday lights in a glass jar!
12. Â Baby Sensory Bin – A sensory bin that is perfect for babies who love grasping everything they see and bringing it straight to their mouth.
Understanding Sensory Processing
13. Â What Is Sensory Processing?
14. Â Phrases No Parent Wants to Hear
15. Â Loving the Explosive Child
Dayna’s blog is full of fun adventures and ideas for your kids. Â Check out her facebook page too!
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