15 of the Best Sensory Fillers
Sensory play is sometimes messy, always fun, and it’s crucial for children’s development! But, what do you put in a sensory bin? Here are fifteen of my favorite sensory bin fillers.
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Sensory play is sometimes messy, always fun, and it’s crucial for children’s development! But, what do you put in a sensory bin? Here are fifteen of my favorite sensory bin fillers.
Head to Pinterest and you’ll find a plethora of elaborate mud kitchen setups, they are beautiful and picture-perfect. I am
Amazon Prime Day is coming – July 11-12 2023! I love a good deal and Amazon Prime Day is no exception. I’ve created a list of some of my favorite items for sensory play and exploration for all ages. Put these on your list, because you won’t want to miss out on them!
One day I was feeling exceptionally guilty about the amount of screen time my oldest was taking in each day (I should have given myself some grace, as I’d just had our second child) and I stumbled upon Ginny Yurich’s movement that encourages children (and adults) to spend 1000 Hours Outside over a year. I was intrigued and also curious to find out how many hours we spend outside, so I knew we had to give it a shot!
As Shark Week is wrapping up, I’m excited to share some of the “jaw-some” fun that my little adventurers had with sensory activities centered around some of these magnificent creatures. Try them out with your explorers at home!
Children are naturally curious and as parents and caregivers, we can help foster that wonder and creativity. I have four exciting nature-inspired, budget-friendly activities that will keep your little ones entertained and spark imagination and appreciation for the natural world.
Imagine this: you’re juggling a toddler with the attention span of a caffeinated squirrel, a to-do list that never ends, and your coffee mug is playing a disappearing act.
Take a deep breath – I’ve got your rescue plan right here. I’ve got five activities that are guaranteed to keep your little one delighted and sneak in a side of learning. And guess what? These activities come together faster than you can say “naptime”.
Are you ready? You might even find time to find that cup of coffee while enjoying some well-deserved peace and quiet.
Let’s dive in!
First, what is sensory play? Sensory play is any activity that stimulates our senses. I bet you can name them: