Science sensory bins for hands-on learning allow kids to explore through their senses and interact with what they are studying. They are a great way to increase interest and engagement.
Hands-on learning is also a great way to increase retention of concepts. Sensory bin are easy to set up but offer a big payoff in terms of interest and interaction.
Admittedly, this one is a bit gross, but kids love getting their hands in there and exploring the organs and body parts! Learn about dinosaurs and fossil excavation with this hands-on activity. Water beads are the filler for this simple yet effective way to help kids learn the bee life cycle. This sensory play idea includes suggestions for expanding the learning as well as free printables for a farm or chicken unit study. Invite your child to discover the world of magnets in this interactive science experience. Sea turtles are fascinating. Give your child the opportunity to explore in this simple to make sensory tub. Bring this sensory play station to your home or classroom as kids learn about these interesting insects. Create your own archeological dinosaur dig with this fun sensory treat! Dig like a real scientist through the jello Earth layers to dig up your dinos. Proper hand washing experiment for kids using a sensorial water bin. Learn about whales with this Whale Investigation Station for little kids! Bring the swamp indoors. Practise matching and sorting with this ocean themed sensory activity. Combine sensory and science to explore how a marble rolls through different sensory bin fillers. Explore the possibilities in this pond wildlife habitat small world play activity. An icy ocean science activity transforms into a fantastic ocean water sensory bin! Explore the ocean with an under the sea science and sensory play activity!Science Sensory Bins for Hands-on Learning
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Easy Outdoor Sensory Activities
This earthquake experiment is simple and requires very few items to create. This can easily be done at home and chances are, you already have the items you’ll need. 
This simple earthquake experiment is an easy way to demonstrate to kids why buildings in earthquake-prone areas need to be built differently to withstand the fallout of the quakes.
This project is super easy to make with minimal supplies. Watch the video below to see exactly how to shape your layers of the Earth visual model. 
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I’ve compiled an amazing list of science experiments that you can make in your own home. They are fun, hands on, safe for kids and many of them use materials you probably already have!
This sensory bin is great for use at home or in the classroom while doing a unit study. It enables kids to reenact what they are learning. Using more of their senses and learning through play allows for better retention. What may seem like a simple activity can allow kids to cement their knowledge and make it more real.
