Squishy sensory bag
A no-mess sensory experience where kids can squish and move paint, beads, or other textures inside a sealed ziplock bag.
This simple sensory bag lets little hands (or feet!) explore colours and textures without the mess. Just fill a ziplock bag with a little paint, gel, or small objects like beads or foam shapes, seal it tightly, and let kids squish, press, and swirl the contents around. Great for tummy time exploration, early mark-making, or even as a calming activity for older kids. Stick it to a window for a colourful light play effect, tape it to a table for finger tracing fun, or place it on the floor for...
Materials
Prep / make
Step 1:
Fill a ziplock bag with a small amount of paint, gel, or a mix of both.
Step 2:
Add small objects like beads or sequins for extra texture.
Step 3:
Seal the bag tightly, removing excess air. Reinforce the edges with strong tape if needed.
Step 4:
(Optional) Tape the bag to a surface like a window, table, or floor to keep it in place.
Play
Step 1:
Place the bag in front of your child and let them explore by pressing, squishing, and spreading the contents.
Step 2:
Encourage finger tracing to make patterns, shapes, or simple drawings.
Step 3:
Try sticking it to a window for a light-play effect or taping it to the floor for a stomping sensory experience.
Step 4:
For babies, let them explore the bag during tummy time, engaging their hands and feet. For a calming activity, let older kids slowly swirl the contents around while breathing deeply.
Extend
Frozen Sensory Bag: Freeze the bag with a small amount of water for a cool and squishy sensation.
Glow bag: Use neon or glow-in-the-dark paint for a fun effect under a blacklight.
Name or Letter Tracing: Encourage older kids to trace letters, numbers, or simple words on the bag.
