Sensory bin

Art

• The child explored different textures and materials in the sensory bin, enhancing their sensory awareness and tactile skills.
• They engaged in open-ended play, using their imagination to create various scenes or stories with the materials in the bin, fostering their creativity.
• Through the sensory experience, the child may have developed an appreciation for different colors, shapes, and patterns, promoting their visual perception.
• By experimenting with pouring, scooping, and manipulating the materials, the child practiced their fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.

Encourage continued development by introducing new materials or themes in the sensory bin, such as natural items like leaves or flowers, or themed objects like shells and ocean animals. Encourage the child to create specific artwork inspired by their sensory bin experiences, using paint, clay, or other art supplies. This will further develop their artistic skills and encourage them to express their sensory experiences through different art mediums.

Book Recommendations

• The Noisy Paint Box: The Colors and Sounds of Kandinsky's Abstract Art by Barb Rosenstock: This book tells the story of the famous artist Wassily Kandinsky and how he discovered his unique artistic style through the combination of colors and sounds.
• Press Here by Hervé Tullet: This interactive book invites young children to engage with the pages through pressing, shaking, and tapping, encouraging their exploration of colors and shapes.
• Peek-A-Boo Forest by Lamaze: This touch-and-feel book introduces different animals and textures, providing a sensory experience similar to the sensory bin activity.