Ways to Use Sensory Bins in Classroom

Sensory bins literally saved my life 2 years ago when I was at home during the pandemic. I had my baby 2/13/2020 and did not prepare to be a stay at home mom to my 2 year old and newborn. I used sensory bins as a learning tool with my preschoolers when I taught years ago. I thought I could use sensory bins to keep my 2 year old busy while I care for the baby. I had no idea how sensory bins would become a HUGE part in our lives. I began to see positive changes in my son's attention span and self control.

This article was the first thing on my mind this morning so I decided to write these ideas down and share them with you. I am such a fan of sensory play ideas as I've seen a huge transformation in both of my children. My oldest son was in daycare at 6 weeks. However, the pandemic hit when I was on Maternity leave and I decided to keep both of my little ones at home. The childcare teachers at the daycare did a wonderful job of helping my oldest learn to feed himself. It was all up to me to teach my baby how to use a spoon and I was struggling lol. 

Here are my top ten ways  that sensory bins save the day in and out of the classroom. 

1- assessment
2- differentiated learning
3- practical life skills
4- lengths attention span
5- language development
6- problem solving
7- get insights into your child- what’s on their mind
8- works on impulsivity and self control
9- cooperation
10- creativity

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