purposeful play
Rainbow Rice Sensory Bin
hands-on activity for kids
Sensory Play is incredibly important for kids of all ages to engage in. Kids tend to stay engaged in sensory play for long periods of time and the benefits gained are long lasting!
This Rainbow Rice Sensory Bin is a super simple and fun hands-on activity for kids!
The colorful rice recipe is actually surprisingly easy to make and will last a long time.
Continue reading to learn how to make Rainbow Rice and why sensory play is so important.
purpose
Builds new brain connections
Increases your 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
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directions
How to Make
Rainbow Colored Rice
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Add 1 cup of rice to a large ziploc bag
Add multiple drops of red food coloring to the rice
Add 1 tsp of vinegar to the rice
Close the bag
Mix and shake until the rice is fully colored
Repeat the above steps with each color of the rainbow
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Pour rice into a tray or cookie and let the rice dry
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Pour rice into a large tray or bin
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Add tools
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PLAY!!
