Are you looking for ideas to start your own collection of Valentine themed sensory play activities? Here are 8 of my favorite Valentine’s Day Sensory Activities for toddlers and preschoolers. These ideas are an easy way to have a great time together with your kids this February.
There’s no better way to show kids that you love them than by spending quality time together. Some Valentine’s day themed activities are perfect for finding ways to spend with your little ones. Or you can invest in the Valentine’s Day Activity Pack, which is filled with educational printables for you kids.
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Sensory Activities for Valentine’s Day
1. Rainbow Rice Valentine’s Sensory Bin
Looking for a great way to entertain young children? Try a Valentine’s themed sensory bin with colorful pink rainbow rice – toddlers and preschoolers will love mixing these colors together.
2. Valentine’s Pom Pom Sensory Bin
Is your toddler in need of an easy sensory activity? Look no further than this Valentine’s pom pom sensory bin! Use pom poms and other sensory materials to explore different textures and colors while they play.
3. Valentine’s Yarn Sensory Bin
Younger children will love playing with this fun idea. All you need for this easy yarn based Valentines sensory binValentines sensory bin is some pink yarn, craft flowers and heart shapes cake toppers. How easy is that?
4. 6 Valentine’s Sensory Bottles
You can also use almost any of your sensory play ideas and turn them into cute Valentine’s sensory bottles. From a slow falling hearts sensory bottle, to a rainbow rice noise maker, kids of all ages will have so much fun with these ideas.
5. Valentine’s Day Glitter Slime
Learn how to turn classic slime recipes into a great activity this Valentines day. This is the perfect way for older and younger kids to have some fun this February.
6. Ice Hearts Sensory Bin
Use a silicone mold to make ice in the shape of large hearts. This ice hearts sensory bin is a great sensory experience because it lets children play with different temperatures as well as different textures.
7. Frozen Valentine’s Oobleck
This frozen Valentine’s oobleck is a fun activity for the whole family. It’s a simple way for little hands to engage in fine motor practice while they explore and play.
Photo: Inspiration Laboratories
8. Valentine’s Cotton Wool Sensory Play
Use cotton wool and hearts to make a simple sensory tub. I also love the idea of using shaving cream instead of wool in this Valentine’s cotton wool sensory bin. Kids will have so much fun looking for water beads or foam hearts hiding in the foam.
Photo: Fantastic Fun and Learning
Are you going to try any of these Valentine’s Sensory Activities with your kids?
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Valentine’s Day Activity Pack
Educational printables with a valentine’s theme. Perfect for preschool and kindergarteners to try this February.
