01/24/2026
This week's Sensory Saturday features BUGS. You can utilize a plastic container, one with low edges allows for easy access for little hands. Fill with rice. If you want to add extra whimsy - see the image for instructions on how to dye the rice.
Place plastic bug toys inside. If you don't already have some, they can be found at a dollar store, Walmart, or Amazon. I tweezers, tongs, and scoopers as tools to facilitate fine motor development.
Bury the bugs in the rice, then challenge the child to use the provided tools to help them escape - without touching them with their hands. Then have the child place the bugs on top of the rice and use one finger to push down into the rice until it's buried - and begin again!
Our therapists often utilize sensory bins in their sessions. The foundational skills help facilitate greater independence with daily tasks. With this sensory bin idea, caregivers can help support development of these skills at home.
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