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Messy Sensory Play for Kids

  • by Colleen Beck
  • September 5, 2013
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Play for Kids

We’ve done lots of messy play activities and this is a round-up of our favorites.  Sensory play is great for kids to explore textures, their senses, and have fun.  We love messy play!
Sensory Paint Play
Textured Paint Sensory Play
Red, White, and Blue Goopy Dough
Wet Chalk Driveway Sensory Play
Textured Shaving Cream
Relaxing Lavender Water Bin
3D Drip Paint
Swamp Dough
Messy Play Day
Dandelion Water Play
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1 thought on “Messy Sensory Play for Kids”

  1. Anonymous
    September 6, 2013 at 12:17 pm

    I love all of your messy ideas! Can't wait to try them with my sons. -Dana Bush

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