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Halloween Sensory Rice Activity

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Are you looking for a Halloween themed activity that will keep your kids busy for more than a minute?

 

Well this Halloween Sensory Rice Activity will do just that!

 

Sensory bins are quite easy to make and are an effective way to encourage extended, independent play with kids.

 

Sensory activities are a powerful way to help kids develop multiple skills. 

 

Keep reading to learn why sensory activities are so important, for the step by step instructions and to shop this project!

purpose

  • Builds new brain connections

  • Increases the child’s ability to absorb what they are learning

  • Has a calming effect

  • Helps develop memory skills

  • Develops fine motor and language skills

  • Encourages self control

  • Screen-free learning

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directions

Halloween Sensory Rice Activity

  • Add 6 cups of rice to a large plastic bag

  • Add 6 teaspoons of vinegar to the rice 

  • Add several drops of purple food coloring to the rice

  • Close the plastic bag

  • Mix and shake well until the rice is fully covered

  • Pour the rice in a tray and let it air dry

  • Repeat the above steps with black food coloring

  • Once all the rice is dry mix the black and purple rice together

  • Add in tools such as a cups, spoons and cupcake liners

  • Add in age appropriate Halloween themed manipulatives 

  • Of course, be mindful of potential choking hazards when deciding what to add

Check out these adorable Halloween printable games that can be used with this Sensory Bin!

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