DIY Fine Motor Rice Sensory Bin

A sensory bin is pretty much any type of "bin" or container with anything in it that gives sensory input. We recently just made a rice sensory bin and it was a hit! I love the rice because, even though its dry, it's edible. I don't have to worry about playtime in the bin as much when I know its not hazardous if it gets eaten. I also love that the rice isn't a throwing hazard - if rice does get thrown around, no ones going to get knocked out by it, so thats a win in my book!

What You Need:

1. A bin - a shallow bin for play or a deeper one to sit and immerse in. Really, the size can be WHATEVER you choose it to be! This is the beauty of sensory bins !

I chose a long shallow bin for easy play and more space for all the littles to get their hands in

2. A huge Costco-sized bag of rice (or two for refill purposes )

1. Toys! Rice Sensory bins are all about tactile exploration, so the more things to feel, the better. I put different types of balls, utensils to scoop, small plastic animals. Pompoms, pipe cleaners, and ribbons are fun too! I tried to stick with smaller/ softer things (the animals aren’t so I keep a close eye on those) because I have a “thrower”.

benefits of a sensory Bin

1. fine Motor Development
2. Tactile Sensory Input
3. Helps Kids manage SPD through multiple Sensory outlets
4. Keeps the mind and senses engaged

Play away!

Have fun experimenting! Let me know what you come up with, I'd love to hear!

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES WITH LINKS FOR SENSORY BINS:

1). What is a Sensory Bin? - Pre-K Pages

https://www.pre-kpages.com/what-is-a-sensory-bin/

2). Ultimate List of Sensory Bin Ideas, Incredibly Easy! - Your Kid's Table

https://yourkidstable.com/ultimate-list-of-sensory-bin-ideas/

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