Cat Sensory Bin
Cat Sensory Bin
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Looking for a super fun activity for the kids? This cat sensory bin is SO fun! It's a fun activity for kids that incorporates fine motor skills, counting, colors, creative play, and more!
Making your own sensory bin is so easy! I'll show you how!
Remember to only use items that your child is old enough or mature enough to use safely.
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Supplies Needed
This DIY cat sensory bin is simple to set up. Here are some ideas to get started.
- Cat figurines and accessories
- Pasta
- Grass
- Scoopers
- Sensory bin - it's huge and perfect for multiple children to play at once!
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Watch This Video Tutorial of a Cat Sensory Bin
How to Make Your Sensory Pasta: Step-by-Step
- Add your uncooked pasta to a gallon bag.
- Squirt some paint into the bag.
- Seal the bag.
- Squish the pasta and paint together until well mixed. Add more and repeat if needed.
- Pour the pasta onto a piece of waxed paper or a tray and allow it to dry (the pasta dries fairly quickly - typically about 30 minutes or so but you could let it dry overnight if you'd prefer).
How to Assemble Your Cat Sensory Bin
- Add faux grass.
- Pour your colored pasta into your container.
- Add cats, etc.
- Add scoopers, tweezers, etc.
The kids had such a blast with this sensory bin! We loved the cute cats, colorful pasta, and all the opportunities for creative play! They scooped, poured, counted, sorted, and created all sorts of fun with it!
Sensory bins are great for fine motor skills, creative play, and more!
Do you see the cat hidden in the pasta? It's always fun to see what the kids come up with when they play!
Sensory Bin Clean Up Tips
Sensory play can get a bit messy, but here’s a tip: Lay a large sheet or plastic tablecloth underneath the bin to catch any stray rice. Once playtime is over, pour the leftover rice into a sealed container and store it for future play.
Have Fun Learning with Sensory Play
This cat sensory bin is a fun activity that engages toddlers and preschoolers in hands-on learning. From fine motor skill development to sensory exploration, your little ones will benefit from this simple yet engaging sensory activity. Whether you're homeschooling, planning a rainy-day project, or just looking for an educational activity, this DIY sensory bin is sure to be a hit!
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