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Bee Sensory Bin
This
Bee Sensory Bin
is so much fun for preschoolers. It is a great way for kids to work on their fine motor skills and use their imaginations!
Prep Time
5
minutes
mins
Dry Time
5
hours
hrs
Total Time
5
hours
hrs
5
minutes
mins
Course:
Just for fun
Cuisine:
Just for fun
Servings:
1
bin
Author:
Audrey Wood
Cost:
$10
Equipment
Extra large tupperware container or sensory bin
Plastic storage bag
wax paper
Ingredients
4
cups
white rice
4
tablespoons
vinegar
or rubbing alcohol may be substituted
yellow food coloring
bee toys
scoops
bug catching kit
Instructions
Measure out 4 cups of rice. You can do more cups of rice, if desired.
4 cups white rice
Add the rice to a large plastic bag. Next, add one tablespoon of vinegar per cup of rice (I used 4 tablespoons of vinegar and 4 cups of rice).
4 tablespoons vinegar
Add about 5 drops of yellow. I recommend starting with less then adding more, if needed.
yellow food coloring
Seal the bag and shake until the color is well coated.
Lay rice on a wax paper lined tray and let dry overnight. You can test the dryness with a paper towel before letting your child play with it.
Add the bees, scoops, and other toys and let your child play!
bee toys,
scoops,
bug catching kit
Notes
Parental supervision is required. This sensory bin is not taste safe and should not be given to children who mouth things.