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7 Fun Ideas for Sensory Bins

September 19, 2011 by
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Ever since my kiddos were old enough to know not to put things in their mouths, they have LOVED playing with sensory bins. I can’t even tell you how many hours were spent pouring, measuring, sorting — sensory bins can be completely mesmerizing!!

New to the idea of sensory bins, or looking for new ideas to change things up? Here are a few fun and inspiring ideas from our Sensory Bins Pinterest Board:

1. Harvest Time Down on the Farm Sensory Bin

 

2. Ocean Sensory Bin

 

3. Dino World Play Scene

 

4. Construction Site Sensory Bin

 

5. Bug Themed Sensory Bin

 

6. Dig for Treasure

 

7. Spooky Halloween Sensory Tub

And there are many more ideas posted on our Sensory Bins Pinterest Board!

Have fun!!

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Comments

  1. Mark says
    September 19, 2011 at 11:17 pm

    Dear Valerie,

    Back in our day, our sensory bins consisted of broken glass, rusty metal and liquid mercury. And we liked it!

    … or was I the only one with one of those bins?

    Love,
    Mark

  2. Ticia says
    September 19, 2011 at 11:41 pm

    I love that hte piglets are nursing at the momma pig.

  3. Jenny says
    September 19, 2011 at 11:45 pm

    I want to play with a sensory bin! LOL!

  4. Christie-Childhood 101 says
    September 20, 2011 at 2:05 am

    What a lovely surprise to find our dino world on your fabulous list 🙂 Thank you x

    • Valerie says
      September 22, 2011 at 11:08 pm

      You’re welcome, Christie — LOVE your dino world & we have plans to make one of our own (inspired by yours) too!

  5. jackie@happyhooligans says
    September 20, 2011 at 6:39 am

    Sensory bins are one of my favourite things to make! Thanks for sharing these. They’re beautiful!

    • Valerie says
      September 22, 2011 at 11:09 pm

      You’re welcome, Jackie! Sensory bins are always a hit around here, and I’m always looking for new & interesting ideas for them. Have fun!!

  6. Stacia says
    September 21, 2011 at 4:11 pm

    Love them!! My little one just turned 4 in August. Do you think it’s too late to start w/ sensory bins?

    • Valerie says
      September 21, 2011 at 7:42 pm

      Not at all! When I bring them out for Clara (3 yrs.), her big sister (7yrs) can’t resist joining in the fun! 🙂

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