Sensory play: tips for hours of fun with our products
Sensory play
Sensory Play: Tips for hours of fun with our products. Sensory play is not only incredibly fun for children but also a great way to stimulate their development. At Kidsshop De Kleine Beer, we offer a wide range of products, some of which are handmade, that are perfect for sensory play. From colorful play rice to water beads and wooden accessories, our products offer children the opportunity to develop their senses, play creatively, and unwind. Here are some tips on how to get the most out of our sensory toys.
Create themed bins for endless fun
Play rice is a versatile and affordable sensory play resource. It's ideal for creating themed bins where children can let their imaginations run wild. For example, you could create a farm theme by combining green play rice with farm animals, a mini tractor, and perhaps some other accessories. Children can "feed" the animals, "harvest" the grain, and create their own stories. Besides the individual play rice, we also sell a ready-made dinosaur-themed set. It includes three dinosaurs, "dino eggs" (white beans), and green peas. This type of play not only stimulates creativity but also helps develop fine motor skills.
Discover the magic of colors
With our rainbow play rice, children can learn about colors and the rainbow in a playful and tactile way. Let them sort, mix, or simply feel the different colors. It not only helps with cognitive development but also creates moments of calm. Combine it with wooden accessories like a wooden spoon or scoop to make play even more interesting and help children develop their grip and coordination.
Water pearls for a unique texture experience
Water beads offer a completely different texture than, for example, rice or sand and are perfect for children who love surprises. The beads can be "picked" or "moved" with our wooden tweezers or plastic scissors – which not only helps develop fine motor skills but also increases children's concentration. Playing with water beads has a calming effect, which is great after a busy day. Let children dip the beads in a container of water and discover how the texture changes!
Use wooden accessories for extra fun
Our wooden accessories—like figures, bowls, and tweezers—offer countless play possibilities. They can be used with all the sensory materials we offer, such as rice or water beads. Playing with wooden accessories not only strengthens fine motor skills but also leads to hours of imaginative play. For example, use a wooden scoop to scoop rice into a bowl, or practice picking up small objects with wooden tweezers.
Use sensory play as a relaxing activity
After a busy day, children can soothe themselves with sensory play. Working with materials like water beads or play rice has a calming effect and helps them relax. It can even help improve children's concentration and focus. The beauty of sensory toys is that they don't have specific rules or guidelines, so children can completely invent their own games.
Why sensory play is so important
Sensory play supports the development of important skills such as:
Fine motor skills (by picking up small objects)
Hand-eye coordination (through the use of tools such as tweezers or scoops)
Creativity and imagination (by creating theme boxes and stories)
Emotional regulation (sensory play can be calming and relaxing)
Our sensory toys give children the tools they need to learn and develop in a playful way, while having hours of fun.
At Kidsshop De Kleine Beer, we're happy to help you create a magical play experience for your children. Whether you're looking for play rice, water beads, wooden accessories, or a themed playset, we have everything you need for hours of sensory play. Shop now and discover the joy of sensory play!
