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Rice sensory bin

A tub of dry rice, scoops and hidden treasures. Toddler heaven.

  • Indoors
  • 15 minutes
  • Calm
  • Low cost
  • Ages 2–5

What you need

  • A big tub
  • Dry rice or lentils
  • Cups and scoops
  • Small toys

How to run it

  1. Pour the rice into the tub on top of a sheet.
  2. Bury a few small toys.
  3. Scoop, pour, dig, repeat.

Making it work for every age

Older children: Older siblings hide the treasures and write the clue list.

Keep it safe

Supervise closely — dry rice is a choking hazard for under-3s.

Did you try it?

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