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January 28, 2010 | 21 Comments

5 Senses – Touch Activity!

sensory activities for kids We are talking a lot about touch right now.  My son is a big snuggler and as my belly grows he has had to adjust to what he can thump on and what he can’t. We have also been talking about gentle touches for friends and babies. I know that many families go through that often with toddlers and preschoolers. This activity contrasts and sorts soft and hard things, and identifies them through touch.

  1. Gather your materials. You will need a wipes container that has a rubbery opening ( a kleenex box works well too) , soft items like cotton balls, feathers, small pieces of fleece, and harder objects like blocks, keys and toy cars.5 senses lesson
  2. Pop the outer lid off the box so it doesn’t scratch your little ones arm when they are reaching in.5 senses lesson
  3. Add the items to the container and close the lid.5 senses lesson
  4. Invite your child to reach in and find something hard .  Start a pile for the hard things.5 senses lesson
  5. Reach in a find something soft . 5 senses
  6. Continue sorting until all the objects are out of the box. My son exclaimed when he was done ” I win! I win!”

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Filed Under: Age Preschool, Age: Toddlers, Sensory Activities, Sensory Tubs | 21 Comments

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21 Comments

  1. Jeni says

    January 28, 2010 at 5:53 am

    This is a great idea. I think I will use this with my 3 year old. I might also change it up by aksing her to idetntify the object before she takes it out.
    .-= Jeni´s last blog ..Things for Kiddos Thursday – Winter Sun Catcher =-.

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  2. Erin @ Closing Time says

    January 28, 2010 at 6:01 am

    This is such a great idea! I’ve been saving some old baby wipe containers for “something” and now I can use them! My kids will love it!

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  3. Tiffany says

    January 28, 2010 at 9:06 am

    I knew there was a reason I was saving all those wipes boxes. *wink wink* They’re also great for storing crayons.
    .-= Tiffany´s last blog ..KettleWorx; Half Way There =-.

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  4. Cheryl says

    January 28, 2010 at 10:40 am

    I just started reading your blog. I’m curious… how old is your son? My Grandson is 22 months and I think may still be a little young for some of this. I love your blog btw.

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    • admin says

      January 28, 2010 at 4:41 pm

      My son is just 3, we started the blog when he was not yet a year and a half though- check these activities out for beginners.

      https://www.notimeforflashcards.com/crafts/beginners

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  5. Vanessa Kerr says

    January 28, 2010 at 12:11 pm

    Brilliant idea as always! I am going to do this one today!

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  6. Miti says

    January 28, 2010 at 2:15 pm

    Very clever!!! I’m adding that one to my to-do list. Thanks!

    I’ve really enjoyed your posts. So much, that I’ve left a little shout out on my blog. Hope to see you there.
    .-= Miti´s last blog ..Just a Little Catching-up =-.

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  7. Deborah says

    January 28, 2010 at 6:25 pm

    This is a terrific activity for the sense of touch!

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  8. Linda says

    January 28, 2010 at 8:03 pm

    I just put your button on my blog!
    Thanks again for sharing all your great ideas!
    Linda

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  9. Lynn says

    January 28, 2010 at 9:00 pm

    I love this!! I am totally doing it this week. Thanks 🙂

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  10. Staci says

    January 29, 2010 at 2:14 pm

    Oh, Allie! This one totally saved the day today. Another snow day…. cabin fever… you get the idea! This one morphed into several different games for my DD but it kept her occupied (and learning) and me sane! 🙂
    .-= Staci´s last blog ..Popular Printables 1/29 =-.

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  11. Rachel says

    January 31, 2010 at 2:48 pm

    My preschoolers loved doing this last month! we made a mess with the “tubs of texture” – especially the cornstarch!

    http://quirkymomma.com/2009/texture-touch/
    .-= Rachel´s last blog ..Fantastic Friday: DIY Cold and Flu Remedies =-.

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  12. Lenetta @ Nettacow says

    February 6, 2010 at 7:50 am

    This is a super idea – I love the suggestion to “find something soft” or whatever. I linked to this on my weekly roundup – post is under my name. Thanks so much!
    .-= Lenetta @ Nettacow´s last blog ..Link Roundup – Ow! Edition =-.

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