Summer Sensory Activities
June 8, 2026
The Difficulty
With summer vacation on the horizon, it can be difficult trying to think of creative, fun activities to keep active kiddos busy-especially if they are sensory seekers. Below is a list of 5 different sensory crafts you can do at home with minimal items!
Shaving Cream Window Painting
Shaving Cream Play Dough
Frozen Sand Sensory Bin
Sea Foam Sensory Bin
Colorful Dry Rice Sensory
Watermelon Slime
Water Table
Sensory Bottles
Sensory Walk
Kinetic Sand
Steps for Success
Walk your kiddo through each step with simple directions
Use this as an opportunity to strengthen motor skills and labeling
Let them have fun! Get silly!
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