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About this activity
Give toddlers a sensory craft experience without paint on the walls. These ideas use contained materials and big movements for creative play with less clean-up.
Materials needed
- Zip food bags
- Paper
- Stickers
- Masking tape
- Large card shapes
Preparation time
10 minutes
How to play
- 1Set out one contained craft station at a time.
- 2Offer large stickers, taped paper, or sealed sensory bags.
- 3Let toddlers explore textures and colours freely.
- 4Name colours, shapes, and actions as they play.
Learning benefits
Fine motor skillsColour recognitionCreativitySensory exploration
Best for
Tags
toddlerscraftmess-freesensory
Seasons
all year
Occasions
rainy dayplaydatemorning activity
Key stages
EYFS
Weather
RainyColdAny Weather
SEN-friendly note
This activity can be adapted with fewer steps, visual prompts, quieter pacing, or a clear start and finish point. Offer choices and adjust sensory input to suit the child.
Safety note
Adult supervision is recommended. Adapt the activity based on your child's age, ability, and environment.
