CindyLooking for some fun and creative sensory activities for toddlers? These garden-themed sensory play ideas tick all the right boxes. And many of them you don’t even need to get dirty for! Simply throw some simple things together and get ‘gardening’. The kids will love these sensory activities and they’re great for their fine motor skills too. Let’s get started!
20 Fun Sensory Activities for Toddlers
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Vegetable Garden Discovery Bottle Activity for Preschoolers
There is nothing more entertaining to a child than making something all by themselves! They are so proud of their work, and it’s easy for you to be proud of them too. This creative garden sensory bottle is just what your kiddo needs to keep them entertained. This design has bright colors and gives the illusion of food growing in the dirt. Pretty awesome!
Garden Clean Mud Sensory Bin
Never heard of clean mud before? No problem! Clean mud is a creation that is perfect for playtime on the days when the weather doesn’t exactly cooperate. This super fun idea is made from toilet paper, soap, water, and coffee grinds. I can assure you that your kids are going to have a hay day playing with it!
Mini Garden Sensory Bin
It is so entertaining to grow your own pretend vegetables no matter how old you are. You don’t have to worry about boredom creeping up on your toddler because he is going to have a blast. Your child can practice watering the carrots and picking them for fun. The hardest part is going to be not to eat the candied carrot!
Preschool Garden Vegetable Garden Sensory Bin
Playing with dried beans, coffee beans, plastic vegetables, and fruit is exactly what you need to make the perfect sensory bin for toddlers. Just imagine while your little ones are busy playing you might even be able to get some extra chores done. Once they start playing you are going to have a hard time getting them to stop!
Garden Soup
Anything that has the word soup in the title is bound to be a blast with kids! This garden soup won’t disappoint. Plus, your children can build their fine motor skills while having a great time. Another remarkable aspect of this idea is that you can go on a hunt for flower petals and other items to use. Adventure time in the garden!
DIY Spring Sensory Bottles
Not only are these sensory bottles terrific to play with, but they are also loads of fun to make too. You can pick anything you would like to go into yours to personalize it. Choose bugs, flowers, small toys, or anything else that comes to mind. Happy crafting!
Counting Seeds Gardening Sensory Bin
Your child won’t even realize she is learning when she plays with this counting seeds gardening sensory bin. You can add some bright colors, and your little one can practice math and counting. You can even pretend to water your seeds and grow some flowers. Such a unique idea!
Spring Garden Sensory Box
Teach your little one about plants and how gardens grow with this exciting project. One thing is for sure; there will be hours spent playing and learning with this sensory box. Grab some small gardening gloves, garden tools, and let the planting begin!
Garden Sensory Bin
All you need is some fabric flowers, mini flower pots, black beans, a shallow container, wire cutters, and plastic sand tools to get this sensory activity for toddlers underway. You can rake and shovel the pods and plant the flowers. This is fun, entertaining, and looks terrific too. I can assure you all the kids will be smiling when they are playing with this one.
Veggie Garden Sensory Bin
Time to make a sensory garden bin using plastic veggies. The beans are lovely for little fingers to pick up and work with. Add all your favorite vegetables and artificial flowers. Creativity will be going through your child’s mind as soon as she lays eyes on it. And it’s a nice clean indoor activity too!
Spring Garden Fine Motor Sensory Activity
Let your kiddo get his hands dirty with this terrific activity to increase motor skills. Plus, it is a beautiful experience to feel, smell and play with the dirt. Toss in some gummy worms, vegetables, or anything else you like. Let the playing begin!
Butterfly Garden Sensory Bin
Butterflies, bugs, flowers and more to play with in this sensory bin. Get busy organizing and sorting all the items in your container. This is a great project that isn’t messy, but you can’t help but have a great time. Time to garden!
Outdoor Sensory Play – Exploring Fresh Herbs
This activity is so incredible because it gives your preschooler the opportunity to practice their cutting skills safely! Plus, the smells and feel of fresh herbs in their hands are terrific. The best part is adding water, getting extra wet and maybe even a little dirty. Fun times!
Simple Spring Nature Sensory Bottles
Is there anything that says it is springtime more than the smell of fresh cut flowers? These sensory bottles are relaxing and comforting. They look elegant, and you can’t help but enjoy your time playing with them. Use recycled bottles and make your own.
Carrot Garden Sensory Bin
This sensory garden bin literally takes five minutes to get ready. You just pour all the materials into a tray and get to work playing. What could be easier or more entertaining than that? Your little ones are going to have a blast!
Garden Sensory Bin
Potting soil is never dull to touch and feel! Add some fruits, vegetables and little toy garden animals, and you will have hours of playtime right at your fingertips. Practice digging, burying vegetables and finding them again.
Zen Garden Sensory Play
This zen garden sensory play isn’t just for kids. Adults can also find it very relaxing to rake the sand and move the seashells. Use rocks (which you could go on an adventure to find), sand, sticks, and seashells! Super good time!!
Sparkle Garden Sensory Bin
When you dye rice, add some sparkles and start having a blast you know you’ve made a sparkle garden sensory bin. You can make this as different as you wish. There aren’t any wrong ways to do it, and the kids are going to love it. Get creative and make a terrific sensory bin!
Vegetable Garden Sensory Bin
Awaken several different senses with this unique activity bin. Touch, sight, and sound to be more specific with this sensory bin. Allow your child the freedom to play creatively, and you both will be pleased. Use play animals, vegetables, and beans to get busy!
Flower Sensory Squish Bag
There is nothing more fun than one of these squish bags! Use foam sticker shapes to get your flowers. Plus, you will need a little hair gel, food coloring, freezer bag, and packing tape. Your littles are going to love this terrific project.
