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Home » Holiday Fun » Easter

Easter Sensory Bin

Published: Jan 31, 2022 · Modified: Feb 14, 2024 by Audrey · This post may contain affiliate links

Text that says, "DIY Easter Sensory Bin." Above the text is an image of the supplies needed and below is a photo of an Easter themed sensory bin for preschoolers made from tissue paper.

This Easter sensory bin with tissue paper is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers. Kids will have a blast digging and scooping!

An Easter themed sensory bin made from shredded tissue paper and small egg and carrot toys.

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My two kids absolutely love sensory bins. We have played with colored rice sensory bins, colored bean sensory bins, colored pasta sensory bins, and sensory bins made from crinkle paper (like this pizza sensory bin and this recycling sensory bin). I thought it would be fun to do something different with this Easter sensory bin and use colorful shredded tissue paper as the filler.

An Easter themed sensory bin made from shredded tissue paper and small egg and carrot toys.

If you need more fun ideas for Easter then be sure to also check out these Easter Dot Marker Pages and this Easter Paper Plate Wreath!

Jump to:
  • 📝 A note about sensory bins
  • ❤️ Why you’ll love this sensory bin
  • 🐣 Benefits of Using Sensory Bins
  • 🐇 Supplies needed
  • 🪻What type of container to use
  • 🐥How to set up this sensory bin
  • 🧹 How to contain the mess
  • ❔Sensory Bin FAQs

📝 A note about sensory bins

Please note that adult supervision is always required for sensory bins. This Easter sensory bin is not taste safe and contains small parts. It should not be given to children who still put things in their mouths.

❤️ Why you’ll love this sensory bin

  • It is easy to set up.
  • It uses inexpensive supplies. You can easily order similar supplies from Amazon or you can find many of the things used at your local dollar store.
  • It uses a non-food filler.
  • Kids love sensory bins. Seriously, it is a great boredom buster and you can change them out for different holidays, seasons, or themes.

🐣 Benefits of Using Sensory Bins

  • Sensory bins are great for fine motor skills, imaginative play, as well as exploring and having fun. My kids are entertained by their bins for at least 20 to 30 minutes every time. That’s a long time for a toddler!
  • They are also fantastic for sensory experiences. Kids will enjoy feeling the different textures, hearing the different sounds (like the paper crinkling or things being dropped into the bucket), and seeing all the different colors. It is truly an experience for a little one’s senses.
  • Sensory bins can be great for sociodramatic play. Sensory bins can inspire children to use their imagination and use problem solving.
  • They are great for fine motor skills. Kids must use their hands to pick up and manipulate the toys and scoops in the bin. This is a fun way to encourage your child to use their fine motor skills.

🐇 Supplies needed

The supplies needed to make an Easter sensory bin.
  • Tissue paper: I used tissue paper as the filler but you can also use shredded paper, rainbow colored rice, or dyed pasta.
  • Easter props: I used small eggs, carrots, and bunnies.
  • Small bucket or basket: To scoop the eggs and carrots into.
  • Scoops, tongs, or large tweezers: To use to dig and play in the sensory bin.
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🪻What type of container to use

I use extra large tupperware containers for our sensory bins. You can also buy heavy duty bins for sensory play on Amazon.

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🐥How to set up this sensory bin

A collage with four steps showing how to set up an Easter sensory bin.

Begin by stacking and then cutting up several sheets of tissue paper out. Fold them accordion-style (image 1).

Next, Separate the sheets (image 2) and then cut into small pieces (image 3).

Add the toys, bucket (or basket), tongs, and scoops to your sensory bin (image 4). Hide the carrots and eggs under the tissue paper for your child to find and put in the buckets.

🧹 How to contain the mess

I like to either set a large vinyl tablecloth down that we use for sensory bins and art or use our bins outside. If we use our bins outside, we usually do them on the porch then I use a large shop broom to sweep up any mess.

❔Sensory Bin FAQs

An upclose photo of an Easter sensory bin made from tissue paper.
How to make an Easter sensory bin?

Fold tissue paper (accordion-style), then cut into small pieces. Crumple and place into a bin with toys and scoops.

What is the deal with sensory bins?

Sensory bins are a fun activity to set up for little ones. They are a great way to keep kids busy, help them develop their fine motor skills, and use their imagination. They are great to make for different holidays, themes, and seasons too.

Are sensory bins worth it?

Absolutely! Many sensory bins are quick and easy to set up. They provide such an awesome sensory experience for little ones.

What age is this sensory bin best for?

This Easter sensory bin is great for a wide variety of ages. Since adult supervision is always required even young children can use them.

Other fun Easter activities:

  • An Easter paper plate wreath on a marble background.
    Easter Paper Plate Wreath
  • Easter Dot Sticker Activity
    Easter Dot Sticker Activity
  • Easter dot marker pages
    Easter Dot Marker Printables
  • Tissue Paper Cross Craft in a window.
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Other sensory bins:

  • A bee sensory bin. It is a sensory bin made from rice that has been dyed yellow, small bee toys, scoops, and a bug catching kit.
    Bee Sensory Bin
  • A sensory bin with a recycling theme. It is made from brown crinkle paper, scoops, toys, and recyled household items.
    Recycling Sensory Bin
  • Text that says boat sensory bin. Above and below are images of a boat craft in a water bin.
    Boat Sensory Bin
  • A lemonade sensory bin (rice dyed yellow with toy lemon slices, ice cubes and wooden scoops).
    Lemonade Sensory Bin
  • A coffee bean sensory bin with cups, scoops, and toy ice cubes in it.
    Coffee Sensory Bin
  • rice dyed rainbow colors
    How to Make Colored Rice for Sensory Bins
  • a colored pasta sensory bins with scoops and cookie cutters
    How to Dye Pasta For Sensory Bins
  • bean sensory bin with toys and scoops
    Bean Sensory Bin

If you tried this Easter Sensory Bin or any other activity, printable, or recipe on my site, please let me know how it goes in the 📝 comments below. I would love to hear from you!

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