Ignite your child's imagination with 3 DIY sensory activities

HOUSTON – Early on, sensory play can be beneficial for kids to build problem-solving skills, language development and motor skills, just to name a few. 

Building your own DIY activities is easier than you might think. 

Mom, blogger and founder of Young, Wild and Friedman, Julie Friedman, shares five benefits to sensory play. 

5 BENEFITS TO SENSORY PLAY

• Builds nerve connections with the developing brain's neural pathways.
• Supports language development, cognitive growth, motor skills, problem solving skills and social interaction.
• Aids in developing and enhancing memory functioning.
• Perfect to help calm an anxious or frustrated child.
• Helps children learn vitally important sensory attributes, (hot, cold, sticky, dry, etc.,)

Check out these 3 easy DIY activities for all age groups.

DIY SENSORY BOTTLE - BABIES

Materials: Clear bottle, baby oil, candy coloring and glitter.
Directions: Add baby oil, glitter and glue the lid on.
 

DIY SENSORY BIN - TODDLERS

Materials: Clear bin, beans, toys, scoopers and funnels.
Directions: Pour in beans, add toys.
 

DIY SENSORY BIN - PRESCHOOLERS

Materials: Clear bin, black water beads, toys, scoops and cups.
Directions: Soak water beads for 6 hours, add toys.

Watch the full clip above to see the finished products.