60 Super Fun Sensory Bin Activities For Young Kids

Super Fun Sensory Bin Activities For Young Kids

Encourage young kids to use their senses to discover, create, explore and LEARN through play with these 60 super fun sensory bin activities for young kids.

Are you looking for a fun and engaging way to keep your young kiddos busy?

If so, here are 60 super fun sensory bin activities for young kids that kiddos are guaranteed to enjoy.

These sensory bins are a great way to encourage young kids to use their senses to discover, create and explore.

Fun sensory bin activities are also a wonderful way to keep even the youngest kids busy and engaged so that you can find time to get things done at home.

These fun sensory bin activities have been a serious life saver for us since our 4.5 year old has been home full-time! These fun sensory bin activities allow us to get work done, find time for house chores and encourage some independent play!

Hooray for fun sensory bin activities!

#18 Penguin Sensory Bin With Frozen Beads

Click here to visit Views From A Step Stool for detailed instructions.

#19 Awesome Alphabet Hide & Seek Sensory Bin

Click here to visit How We Learn for detailed instructions.

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#20 Fruit and Veggie Hide and Seek Sensory Bin

Click here to visit Life Over C’s for detailed instructions.

#21 Spider Counting Activity

Click here to visit A Dab Of Glue Will Do for detailed instructions.

#22 Zoo Themed Sensory Bin

Click here to visit Planning Inspired for detailed instructions.

#23 Bean Beach Sensory Bin

Click here to visit Happy Toddler Playtime for detailed instructions.

#24 Monster Soup Sensory Bin

Click here to visit Productive Pete for detailed instructions.

#25 Birthday Sensory Bin

Click here to visit Play Create Explore for detailed instructions.

#26 Butterfly Life Cycle Sensory Bin

Click here to visit Pre-K Pages for detailed instructions.

#27 Magnetic Construction Theme Sensory Bin

Click here to visit The Educators Spin On It for detailed instructions.

#28 Solar System Sensory Bin

Click here to visit Live Over C’s for detailed instructions.

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#29 Rainbow Ice Ball Sensory Bin

Click here to visit Craftulate for detailed instructions.

#30 Colorful Chickpea Sensory Bin

Click here to visit Joyful Bunny for detailed instructions.

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#31 Easy Arctic Fake Snow Sensory Bin

Click here to visit The Best Ideas for Kids for detailed instructions.

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#32 Scented Apple Pie Sensory Bin

Click here to visit Views From A Step Stool for detailed instructions.

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#33 Jack and The Beanstalk Sensory Bin

Click here to visit Turner Tots for detailed instructions.

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#34 Cookie Dough Sensory Bin

Click here to visit Entertain Your Toddler for detailed instructions.

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#35 DIY Treasure Chest Sensory Bin

Click here to visit The Simple Parent for detailed instructions.

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#36 Digging For Bugs Spring Sensory Bin

Click here to visit Our Kid Things for detailed instructions.

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#37 Colorful Hearts Sensory Bin

Click here to visit Preschool Inspirations for detailed instructions.

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#38 Bubble Trucks Foam Soap Sensory Bin

Click here to visit Busy Toddler for detailed instructions.

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#39 Math Sensory Bin

Click here to visit Happy Toddler Playtime for detailed instructions.

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#40 Outer Space Sensory Bin

Click here to visit Mama Little for detailed instructions.

#41 Washing Dishes Fun Sensory Bin Activities

Click here to visit Twin Mom Refreshed for detailed instructions.

#42 Recycled Sensory Bin

Click here to visit Busy Toddler for detailed instructions.

#43 Winter Sensory Bin

Click here to visit And Next Comes L for detailed instructions.

#44 Car Wash Sensory Bin

Click here to visit Twin Mom Refreshed for detailed instructions.

#45 Iceberg Sensory Bin

Click here to visit Color The Moon for detailed instructions.

#46 Counting Carrots Fun Sensory Bin Activities

Click here to visit Taming Little Monsters for detailed instructions.

#47 Flour Soup Sensory Bin

Click here to visit Taming Little Monsters for detailed instructions.

#48 Easy Salt Dough Dinosaur Sensory Bin

Click here to visit Simple Everyday Mom for detailed instructions.

#49 Corn Scooping Sensory Bin

Click here to visit The Keeper Of The Memories for detailed instructions.

#50 Easy Musical Homemade Shakers Sensory Bin

Click here to visit Fun A Day for detailed instructions.

#51 Transportation Themed Sensory Bin

Click here to visit Fun With Mama for detailed instructions.

#52 Lego Sensory Bin

Click here to visit And Next Comes L for detailed instructions.

#53 Circus Sensory Bin

Click here to visit The OT Toolbox for detailed instructions.

#54 Shark Sensory Bin

Click here to visit Mommy’s Bundle for detailed instructions.

#55 Feed The Baby Sensory Bin

Click here to visit Happy Toddler Play Time for detailed instructions.

#56 Frog Sensory Bin

Click here to visit Pre-K Pages for detailed instructions.

#57 Pigs In Mud Sensory Bin

Click here to visit Picnics In The Rain for detailed instructions.

#58 Pet Sensory Wash the Dog

Click here to visit Pre-K Pages for detailed instructions.

#59 Messy Boats Sensory Bin

Click here to visit Busy Toddler for detailed instructions.

#60 Gardening Sensory Bin

Click here to visit Fantastic Fun and Learning for detailed instructions.

Enjoyed these fun sensory bin activities? Then, click on the image below to save it to your favorite DIY Kids Activity board on Pinterest.

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FAQs

Are sensory bins good for 5 year olds? ›

Sensory bins can boost your child's motor skills. Additionally, adding toy tools such as shovels, spoons, and tweezers can help develop coordination as well. Actions like scooping, digging, and pouring toys and materials will all help improve motor skills. Sensory bins can be a great tool to help your child learn!

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What are the activities in the sensory bin? ›

Sensory bin play activities are one way to promote motor skills development. For example, playing with mud, play dough, or rice in a sensory bin helps develop fine motor skills. Also, moving from one sensory bin station to another helps develop motor skills since children mostly explore through hands-on activities.

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What age do kids like sensory bins? ›

At the toddler stage, from ages 2 to 3, kids are typically ready to engage with more toys. A great place to start are sensory bins—literally, a bin or box filled with various materials meant to stimulate the senses.

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How can I help my 2 year old with sensory overload? ›

Some tips include counting to ten, walking away, listening to music, or watching a calming video or reading a book. Develop an exit strategy in the event of sensory overload. Talk to your child about ways he or she can stay calm or change environments if they start to feel overwhelmed.

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What are some DIY sensory toys for toddlers? ›

Some examples are clean items of: duster, scourer if not too rough, bubble wrap, scarf, mop head, bell (make sure your child's fingers can't get trapped in it), a chain from a sink plug. Also things like touch activated lights or doorbells are good but that might have to wait until after lockdown.

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What does sensory overload look like for 5 year old? ›

Signs of sensory processing disorder include sudden mood swings and strange behavior. Kids with sensory issues might avoid bright lights or loud noises, run around crashing into things, throw tantrums, or appear clumsy.

Are sensory bins worth it? ›

Sensory bins provide children with the opportunity to explore and learn through hands-on tactile play that engages their senses. These bins encourage and support various types of development and are great activities to have in your home. Sensory bins can be themed for holidays, seasons and academic skills.

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What are the rules for the sensory bins? ›

Use visual supports to help your learners remember the rules for the sensory bins (use hands only, put on lid when finished, complete seek and find, raise hand if you need help, keep the materials in the box.) Use a visual timer to help your students transition when the time comes.

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Are sensory kids autistic? ›

Although up to 90% of people with an Autism Spectrum Disorder have sensory processing difficulties, Sensory Processing Disorder is a separate condition recognized in up to 16% of the general population. Keep reading to learn about sensory processing disorder vs autism.

How do you make a sensory bottle for a toddler? ›

Put a funnel in the mouth of an empty water bottle and fill it about halfway with sand or rice. Add small toys, like alphabet beads, LEGO blocks, or mini-erasers. Then, fill the rest of the bottle with sand or rice, leaving about an inch of room at the top. This gives the contents room to move around and get mixed up.

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Is it normal for 2 year old to have sensory issues? ›

It's not unusual for your child to be sensitive from time to time. But if these behaviors are impacting your child's everyday life at home, school and in the world, your child may be exhibiting signs of sensory processing disorder (SPD), formerly called sensory integration dysfunction.

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Hooray for fun sensory bin activities!

See Also:

#1 Colorful Ice Cream Sensory Bin

#2 Threading Station and Straw Sensory Bin

#3 Pool Noodle Boats Sensory Bin

#4 Pom Pom Water Sensory Bins

#5 Rainbow Color Sorting Sensory Bin

#6 I Spy Sensory Bin

#7 Puzzle Hunt Sensory Bin

#8 Construction Site Fun Sensory Bin Activities

#9 Fun Vehicle Sensory Bin

#10 Easy Rubber Duck Sensory Bin

#11 Pom Pom Ice Cube Sensory Play

#12 Toddler Cereal Fun Sensory Bin Activities

#13 Spring Sensory Bin

#14 Cat In The Hat Sensory Bin Activity

#15 Rainbow Dyed Noodle Sensory Bins

#16 Digging For Dinosaurs Sensory Bins

#17 Button Digging Fun Sensory Bin Activities

#18 Penguin Sensory Bin With Frozen Beads

#19 Awesome Alphabet Hide & Seek Sensory Bin

#20 Fruit and Veggie Hide and Seek Sensory Bin

#21 Spider Counting Activity

#22 Zoo Themed Sensory Bin

#23 Bean Beach Sensory Bin

#24 Monster Soup Sensory Bin

#25 Birthday Sensory Bin

#26 Butterfly Life Cycle Sensory Bin

#27 Magnetic Construction Theme Sensory Bin

#28 Solar System Sensory Bin

#29 Rainbow Ice Ball Sensory Bin

#30 Colorful Chickpea Sensory Bin

#31 Easy Arctic Fake Snow Sensory Bin

#32 Scented Apple Pie Sensory Bin

#33 Jack and The Beanstalk Sensory Bin

#34 Cookie Dough Sensory Bin

#35 DIY Treasure Chest Sensory Bin

#36 Digging For Bugs Spring Sensory Bin

#37 Colorful Hearts Sensory Bin

#38 Bubble Trucks Foam Soap Sensory Bin

#39 Math Sensory Bin

#40 Outer Space Sensory Bin

#41 Washing Dishes Fun Sensory Bin Activities

#42 Recycled Sensory Bin

#43 Winter Sensory Bin

#44 Car Wash Sensory Bin

#45 Iceberg Sensory Bin

#46 Counting Carrots Fun Sensory Bin Activities

#47 Flour Soup Sensory Bin

#48 Easy Salt Dough Dinosaur Sensory Bin

#49 Corn Scooping Sensory Bin

#50 Easy Musical Homemade Shakers Sensory Bin

#51 Transportation Themed Sensory Bin

#52 Lego Sensory Bin

#53 Circus Sensory Bin

#54 Shark Sensory Bin

#55 Feed The Baby Sensory Bin

#56 Frog Sensory Bin

#57 Pigs In Mud Sensory Bin

#58 Pet Sensory Wash the Dog

#59 Messy Boats Sensory Bin

#60 Gardening Sensory Bin

Enjoyed these fun sensory bin activities? Then, click on the image below to save it to your favorite DIY Kids Activity board on Pinterest.

FAQs

Are sensory bins good for 5 year olds? ›

Are sensory bins worth it? ›