Materials Needed

• 2 cups of rice
• Food coloring
• Plastic zip bags
• Large container or bin
• Spoons, cups, and small toys for play

Instructions

1. In a plastic zip bag, combine 1 cup of rice with a few drops of food coloring.
2. Seal the bag and shake it until the rice is evenly colored.
3. Repeat this process with different colors of rice, using a separate bag for each color.
4. Once all the rice is colored, pour it into a large container or sensory bin.
5. Introduce various tools like spoons, cups, and small toys for your child to play with in the rice.
6. Encourage your child to explore the different textures and colors of the rice.
7. Show them how to scoop and pour the rice between different containers.
8. Engage in imaginative play by creating stories or scenarios using the small toys in the rice.
9. Allow your child to play freely, but supervise to prevent any rice from spilling outside the bin.
10. Once playtime is over, clean up the area, and store the rice for future use.
11. Discuss the colors and textures with your child while playing.
12. Consider adding seasonal items or themes for future sensory bins.