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This is by far the easiest and most cost effective way (for adults) to make a sensory table.WHat to purchase and What to Cut;Head to the hardware store and buy; 1 Sterilite 28-quart storage box (23-1/2" x 17" x 6") 2 3/4” x 10 foot PVC pipe 8 3/4” PVC side outlet elbow/3-way connector 2 3/4” PVC tee 2 3/4” PVC elbow 1 Hack Saw 1 Tape Measure 1 Sharpie Cutting pipe with a hacksaw is easier than you might think. I was able to complete this project in about an hour. Using your hack saw, cut your PVC into pieces according to this guide. Make sure to use a sharpie when marking your lengths. Cut 2 – at 21” Cut 5 – at 14-1/4” Cut 4 – at 10” Cut 2 – at 3-1/2” Cut 4 – at 18-1/4” **Helpful Hint** Write the length inside of the pipe to make assembly even easier. Assembly is easier than cutting;PORTABLE and easy to store;We love this sensory table because it is portable. When the children are done playing with the sensory table, it can be disassembled and stored in the container. This makes it easy to transport and store. Time to play;Here is what you will need: Dried pasta, food coloring, zip lock bags, and white vinegar. 1. Pour some pasta into the bag.
2. Pour in 2 cap fulls of vinegar into the bag. 3. Put about 15 drops of food coloring into the bag. 4. Close the bag and shake it for about 45 seconds. 5. Open the bag and fold back the top and let it dry overnight. This activity is perfect for infants! It is as simple as cutting out foam ducks and putting them in a baggie of blue paint. This sensory activity stimulates the brain with its bright colors and the cool Squishy feeling of the paint in the bag. Pop it in the fridge for a few minutes on a hot day to help your child cool down while playing.
Materials needed: Blue paint (hair gel can also be used), yellow foam, baggie, tape, scissors. 1. Cut out a few yellow ducks 2. put the ducks in the baggie and fill it with the blue paint or hair gel. 3. seal the bag with a strong piece of tape duct tape works well! It is suggested that your child uses this under adult supervision. What you need: White vinegar, baking soda, liquid dropper, food coloring, small dishes, and a large baking dish (or 2)
1. Put baking soda into a baking type dish and spread it out. 2. Pour a small amount of white vinegar into the small dishes. 3. Let your children put a drop or 2 of food coloring into the vinegar and gently shake it around to mix well. 4. Using the liquid dropper fill it with the vinegar solution and drop it into the baking soda and see what happens! 5. Then just let them play with it.....Spreading around the baking soda after it is all colored is really fun!!
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