Christmas Sensory Bin Fun: A Holiday Activity for Little Hands
Sensory bins are a fantastic way to engage preschoolers in hands-on learning, and this Christmas-themed sensory bin is no exception! Filled with red and green rice as the base, plus red and green pompoms and shiny jingle bells, this activity offers endless opportunities for exploration and fine motor skill development.
How to Make Your Christmas Sensory Bin:
Prepare the Rice Base:
Dye white rice red and green using food coloring and a little vinegar. Place the rice in sealable bags, add a few drops of coloring, a splash of vinegar, and shake. Let it dry completely on a baking sheet.
Add Fun Materials:
Mix in red and green pompoms for sorting.
Include a variety of jingle bells in different sizes and colors.
Provide Tools:
Add small tongs, scoops, or spoons to encourage fine motor skill practice.
How It Works:
Your little one can practice sorting the pompoms by color and the jingle bells by color or size. Use the provided tools to make it even more exciting and challenging.
Why It’s Great:
This activity strengthens fine motor skills, introduces sorting and categorization, and provides a sensory experience perfect for the holiday season. It’s also a fun way to keep kids entertained while encouraging focused play.
Tips for Success:
Add small cups or bowls for sorting.
Supervise closely to ensure safe handling of small items like jingle bells.
This Christmas sensory bin is a magical mix of fun and learning to brighten the holiday season!
