{"id":69823,"date":"2026-01-16T10:00:52","date_gmt":"2026-01-16T16:00:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/?p=69823"},"modified":"2026-01-16T10:41:49","modified_gmt":"2026-01-16T16:41:49","slug":"valentine-preschool-activities-sensory-bin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/valentine-preschool-activities-sensory-bin\/","title":{"rendered":"Valentine Sensory Bin"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/valentines-day-posts-on-3-boys-and-a-dog\/\">Valentine&rsquo;s Day<\/a> brings plenty of excitement, making it a natural time to introduce simple, hands-on play. A <strong>Valentine sensory bin<\/strong> gives preschoolers a chance to scoop, sort, pour, and explore different textures while engaging their senses in a relaxed, playful way. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s an easy activity that encourages curiosity, fine motor skills, and independent exploration, with minimal setup or direction.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-1-.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-310513\" srcset=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-1-.png 700w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-1--175x300.png 175w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-1--597x1024.png 597w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-1--150x257.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-1-.png\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Whether you&rsquo;re looking for a quiet activity or a way to keep little hands busy, a Valentine sensory bin fits right in. With familiar colors and simple materials, it creates an open-ended play space that lets preschoolers explore, experiment, and enjoy Valentine&rsquo;s Day in a fun, low-pressure way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #707070;color:#707070\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #707070;color:#707070\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/valentine-preschool-activities-sensory-bin\/#How_are_sensory_bins_good_for_learning\">How are sensory bins good for learning?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/valentine-preschool-activities-sensory-bin\/#Supplies_needed\">Supplies needed:<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/valentine-preschool-activities-sensory-bin\/#How_to_make_a_sensory_bin_for_Valentines_Day\">How to make a sensory bin for Valentine&rsquo;s Day<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/valentine-preschool-activities-sensory-bin\/#Fun_Ways_to_Extend_This_Activity\">Fun Ways to Extend This Activity<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/valentine-preschool-activities-sensory-bin\/#Explore_with_feet\">Explore with feet<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/valentine-preschool-activities-sensory-bin\/#Hide-and-seek_with_toys\">Hide-and-seek with toys<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/valentine-preschool-activities-sensory-bin\/#Let_it_rain\">Let it rain<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/valentine-preschool-activities-sensory-bin\/#More_Valentines_Day_Fun_for_Kids\">More Valentine&rsquo;s Day Fun for Kids<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/valentine-preschool-activities-sensory-bin\/#Valentines_Day_Sensory_Bin\">Valentine&rsquo;s Day Sensory Bin<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-are-sensory-bins-good-for-learning\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_are_sensory_bins_good_for_learning\"><\/span>How are sensory bins good for learning? <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sensory bins support learning by giving children hands-on ways to explore and understand the world around them. As preschoolers scoop, pour, sort, and touch different materials, they build <a href=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/fine-motor-skills\/\">fine motor skills<\/a> and hand strength needed for writing and daily tasks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sensory play also encourages problem-solving and focus as children experiment with cause and effect, textures, and simple patterns. At the same time, it supports language development by prompting kids to describe what they feel and see, while they learn through play rather than structured instruction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left has-small-font-size\">This post contains affiliate links, which means I earn a commission when anything is bought. This is at no additional cost to you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#eeeeee;padding-top:0.5%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:650px\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-shop-my-homeschool-room\">Shop My Homeschool Room:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The following homeschool picks of mine can be found on Etsy.  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The rules&mdash;comfy clothes, ask questions, read on the couch, and have fun&mdash;are topped with green leaf illustrations. 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Text reads Newly Updated Based on Feedback and 90 Pages. Shop now to enhance your homeschool journey!.\" class=\"wp-image-235941\" srcset=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/homeschool-planner-bundle.png 500w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/homeschool-planner-bundle-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/homeschool-planner-bundle-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/homeschool-planner-bundle-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/homeschool-planner-bundle-200x200.png 200w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/homeschool-planner-bundle-320x320.png 320w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/homeschool-planner-bundle-480x480.png 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/homeschool-planner-bundle.png\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-column gb-block-layout-column\"><div class=\"gb-block-layout-column-inner\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=982709&amp;u=319436&amp;m=70734&amp;urllink=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Eetsy%2Ecom%2Flisting%2F733689351%2Fcloseout%2Dspecial%2Dhomeschool%2Dmama%2Dtee%3Fga%5Forder%3Dmost%5Frelevant%26ga%5Fsearch%5Ftype%3Dall%26ga%5Fview%5Ftype%3Dgallery%26ga%5Fsearch%5Fquery%3Dhomeschool%26ref%3Dsr%5Fgallery%2D1%2D5%26organic%5Fsearch%5Fclick%3D1%26pro%3D1%26col%3D1&amp;afftrack=hmschoolsmomshirt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"235\" height=\"235\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/il_794xN.2050228856_efo6.jpg\" alt=\"A green t-shirt with Homeschool Mama paired with distressed blue jeans. The setup, featuring autumn decorations like small pumpkins and leaves, complements the cozy learning space. A subtle nod to Free Solar System Printables can inspire creativity. The Amcee Designs logo sits in the top right corner.\" class=\"wp-image-112136\" srcset=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/il_794xN.2050228856_efo6.jpg 235w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/il_794xN.2050228856_efo6-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/il_794xN.2050228856_efo6-200x200.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 235px) 100vw, 235px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/il_794xN.2050228856_efo6.jpg\"><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-supplies-needed\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Supplies_needed\"><\/span>Supplies needed:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1 white cheerleading pom pom<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 red cheerleading pom pom<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>red and silver bells<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>foam hearts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A container to house everything<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:0;text-align:center;clear:both\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B08BFYBTKY?tag=momof3boys370-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" style=\"color:inherit;display:inline-block;text-decoration:none;margin:1.5%;vertical-align:top;width:250px\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"TBC The Best Crafts Paint Sticks,12 Classic\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"-moz-box-sizing:border-box;-webkit-box-sizing:border-box;box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:250px;height:250px;margin-bottom:3px;overflow:hidden;border-radius:3px\" class=\"prthmb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51QK3kWpZQL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"TBC The Best Crafts Paint Sticks,12 Classic\" width=\"500\" style=\"max-width:none;border:0;height:auto;width:100%\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51QK3kWpZQL._SL500_.jpg\"><\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0BKZ2WVFY?tag=momof3boys370-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" style=\"color:inherit;display:inline-block;text-decoration:none;margin:1.5%;vertical-align:top;width:250px\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Guirnd 12PCS Colored Masking Tape, Kids Art\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"-moz-box-sizing:border-box;-webkit-box-sizing:border-box;box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:250px;height:250px;margin-bottom:3px;overflow:hidden;border-radius:3px\" class=\"prthmb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/519ga5fVbbL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Guirnd 12PCS Colored Masking Tape, Kids Art\" width=\"500\" style=\"max-width:none;border:0;height:auto;width:100%\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/519ga5fVbbL._SL500_.jpg\"><\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B01HQLYMUE?tag=momof3boys370-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" style=\"color:inherit;display:inline-block;text-decoration:none;margin:1.5%;vertical-align:top;width:250px\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Melissa &amp; Doug Mini-Sketch Spiral-Bound Pad (6\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"-moz-box-sizing:border-box;-webkit-box-sizing:border-box;box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:250px;height:250px;margin-bottom:3px;overflow:hidden;border-radius:3px\" class=\"prthmb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51SYIrlLpXL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Melissa &amp; Doug Mini-Sketch Spiral-Bound Pad (6\" width=\"500\" style=\"max-width:none;border:0;height:auto;width:100%\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51SYIrlLpXL._SL500_.jpg\"><\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07D2SZ26Y?tag=momof3boys370-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" style=\"color:inherit;display:inline-block;text-decoration:none;margin:1.5%;vertical-align:top;width:250px\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Crayola Super Art Coloring Kit (100+ Pcs),\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"-moz-box-sizing:border-box;-webkit-box-sizing:border-box;box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:250px;height:250px;margin-bottom:3px;overflow:hidden;border-radius:3px\" class=\"prthmb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"370\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51IpPwSeUBL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Crayola Super Art Coloring Kit (100+ Pcs),\" width=\"500\" style=\"max-width:none;border:0;height:auto;width:100%;margin:13% 0\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51IpPwSeUBL._SL500_.jpg\"><\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07TBJSZFH?tag=momof3boys370-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" style=\"color:inherit;display:inline-block;text-decoration:none;margin:1.5%;vertical-align:top;width:250px\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"FUNZBO Arts and Crafts Supplies for Kids\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"-moz-box-sizing:border-box;-webkit-box-sizing:border-box;box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:250px;height:250px;margin-bottom:3px;overflow:hidden;border-radius:3px\" class=\"prthmb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51NVC4bdfvL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"FUNZBO Arts and Crafts Supplies for Kids\" width=\"500\" style=\"max-width:none;border:0;height:auto;width:100%\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51NVC4bdfvL._SL500_.jpg\"><\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07D4RN9NH?tag=momof3boys370-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" style=\"color:inherit;display:inline-block;text-decoration:none;margin:1.5%;vertical-align:top;width:250px\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Crayola Twistables Colored Pencil Set (50ct), No\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"-moz-box-sizing:border-box;-webkit-box-sizing:border-box;box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:250px;height:250px;margin-bottom:3px;overflow:hidden;border-radius:3px\" class=\"prthmb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51skfso4JZL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Crayola Twistables Colored Pencil Set (50ct), No\" width=\"500\" style=\"max-width:none;border:0;height:auto;width:100%\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51skfso4JZL._SL500_.jpg\"><\/span><\/a><\/p><p style=\"clear:both;font-size:0;\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-make-a-sensory-bin-for-valentine-s-day\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_make_a_sensory_bin_for_Valentines_Day\"><\/span>How to make a sensory bin for Valentine&rsquo;s Day<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cut the ends of the white cheerleading pom pom (I split each strand 1\/2 so it could go farther) and place in your container. Do the same for the red pom pom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Add silver and red bells. If you bought the bells on a string, then simply cut the string and place the individual bells in the container.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spread everything around with your hands to ensure its evenly dispersed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:0;text-align:center;clear:both\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B08BFYBTKY?tag=momof3boys370-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" style=\"color:inherit;display:inline-block;text-decoration:none;margin:1.5%;vertical-align:top;width:250px\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"TBC The Best Crafts Paint Sticks,12 Classic\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"-moz-box-sizing:border-box;-webkit-box-sizing:border-box;box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:250px;height:250px;margin-bottom:3px;overflow:hidden;border-radius:3px\" class=\"prthmb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51QK3kWpZQL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"TBC The Best Crafts Paint Sticks,12 Classic\" width=\"500\" style=\"max-width:none;border:0;height:auto;width:100%\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51QK3kWpZQL._SL500_.jpg\"><\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0BKZ2WVFY?tag=momof3boys370-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" style=\"color:inherit;display:inline-block;text-decoration:none;margin:1.5%;vertical-align:top;width:250px\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Guirnd 12PCS Colored Masking Tape, Kids Art\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"-moz-box-sizing:border-box;-webkit-box-sizing:border-box;box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:250px;height:250px;margin-bottom:3px;overflow:hidden;border-radius:3px\" class=\"prthmb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/519ga5fVbbL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Guirnd 12PCS Colored Masking Tape, Kids Art\" width=\"500\" style=\"max-width:none;border:0;height:auto;width:100%\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/519ga5fVbbL._SL500_.jpg\"><\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B01HQLYMUE?tag=momof3boys370-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" style=\"color:inherit;display:inline-block;text-decoration:none;margin:1.5%;vertical-align:top;width:250px\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Melissa &amp; Doug Mini-Sketch Spiral-Bound Pad (6\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"-moz-box-sizing:border-box;-webkit-box-sizing:border-box;box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:250px;height:250px;margin-bottom:3px;overflow:hidden;border-radius:3px\" class=\"prthmb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51SYIrlLpXL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Melissa &amp; Doug Mini-Sketch Spiral-Bound Pad (6\" width=\"500\" style=\"max-width:none;border:0;height:auto;width:100%\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51SYIrlLpXL._SL500_.jpg\"><\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07D2SZ26Y?tag=momof3boys370-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" style=\"color:inherit;display:inline-block;text-decoration:none;margin:1.5%;vertical-align:top;width:250px\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Crayola Super Art Coloring Kit (100+ Pcs),\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"-moz-box-sizing:border-box;-webkit-box-sizing:border-box;box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:250px;height:250px;margin-bottom:3px;overflow:hidden;border-radius:3px\" class=\"prthmb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"370\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51IpPwSeUBL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Crayola Super Art Coloring Kit (100+ Pcs),\" width=\"500\" style=\"max-width:none;border:0;height:auto;width:100%;margin:13% 0\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51IpPwSeUBL._SL500_.jpg\"><\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07TBJSZFH?tag=momof3boys370-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" style=\"color:inherit;display:inline-block;text-decoration:none;margin:1.5%;vertical-align:top;width:250px\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"FUNZBO Arts and Crafts Supplies for Kids\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"-moz-box-sizing:border-box;-webkit-box-sizing:border-box;box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:250px;height:250px;margin-bottom:3px;overflow:hidden;border-radius:3px\" class=\"prthmb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51NVC4bdfvL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"FUNZBO Arts and Crafts Supplies for Kids\" width=\"500\" style=\"max-width:none;border:0;height:auto;width:100%\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51NVC4bdfvL._SL500_.jpg\"><\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07D4RN9NH?tag=momof3boys370-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" style=\"color:inherit;display:inline-block;text-decoration:none;margin:1.5%;vertical-align:top;width:250px\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Crayola Twistables Colored Pencil Set (50ct), No\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"-moz-box-sizing:border-box;-webkit-box-sizing:border-box;box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:250px;height:250px;margin-bottom:3px;overflow:hidden;border-radius:3px\" class=\"prthmb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51skfso4JZL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Crayola Twistables Colored Pencil Set (50ct), No\" width=\"500\" style=\"max-width:none;border:0;height:auto;width:100%\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51skfso4JZL._SL500_.jpg\"><\/span><\/a><\/p><p style=\"clear:both;font-size:0;\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Add the foam hearts to your bin<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want your preschooler to practice pouring and scooping, you can add a measuring cup and spoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Have a vacuum near by for quick clean up. You will thank me.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1350\" src=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-3.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-310515\" srcset=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-3.png 700w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-3-156x300.png 156w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-3-531x1024.png 531w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-3-150x289.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-3.png\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-fun-ways-to-extend-this-activity\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fun_Ways_to_Extend_This_Activity\"><\/span>Fun Ways to Extend This Activity<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the sensory bin is set up, there are plenty of simple ways to build on the play and keep kids engaged longer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-explore-with-feet\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Explore_with_feet\"><\/span>Explore with feet<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Let your child feel the pom-pom strings and other textures using their toes. Sitting or standing in the bin adds a whole new sensory experience and encourages body awareness in a playful, safe way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:0;text-align:center;clear:both\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/0062198653?tag=momof3boys370-20&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" style=\"color:inherit;display:inline-block;text-decoration:none;margin:1.5%;vertical-align:top;width:150px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"-moz-box-sizing:border-box;-webkit-box-sizing:border-box;box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:150px;height:150px;margin-bottom:3px;overflow:hidden;border-radius:3px\" class=\"prthmb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51FDjH4V1AL.jpg\" alt=\"Pete the Cat: Valentine's Day Is Cool\" width=\"495\" style=\"max-width:none;border:0;height:100%;width:auto\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51FDjH4V1AL.jpg\"><\/span><\/a><a 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style=\"-moz-box-sizing:border-box;-webkit-box-sizing:border-box;box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:150px;height:150px;margin-bottom:3px;overflow:hidden;border-radius:3px\" class=\"prthmb\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"1500\" src=\"https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/91VQWoQbknL._AC_SL1500_.jpg\" alt=\"Heart Plush - I Aorta to Tell You How Much I Love You!\" width=\"1285\" style=\"max-width:none;border:0;height:100%;width:auto\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/91VQWoQbknL._AC_SL1500_.jpg\"><\/span><\/a><\/p><p style=\"clear:both;font-size:0;\">&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-hide-and-seek-with-toys\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hide-and-seek_with_toys\"><\/span>Hide-and-seek with toys<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Bury small toys or objects in the bin and invite your child to find them. This can easily be adapted into a learning game by hiding letters, numbers, or shapes and asking them to identify what they uncover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-let-it-rain\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Let_it_rain\"><\/span>Let it rain<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Tossing the materials into the air adds movement and excitement. Yes, it&rsquo;s a little messy, but it turns sensory play into a joyful, memorable experience. Kids may not remember a perfectly tidy house, but they will remember the fun they had exploring and playing together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-2-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-310514\" srcset=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-2-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-2-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-2-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-2-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-2-500x500.png 500w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-2-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-2-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-2.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-2.png\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-more-valentine-s-day-fun-for-kids\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"More_Valentines_Day_Fun_for_Kids\"><\/span>More Valentine&rsquo;s Day Fun for Kids<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are a few more fun activities for kids to enjoy on Valentine&rsquo;s Day! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/valentines-day-language-arts-worksheets\/\">Valentine&rsquo;s Day Language Arts Worksheets<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/valentines-day-paper-crafts\/\">Valentines Day Paper Crafts<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/inspirational-valentine-quotes-for-kids\/\">Inspirational Valentine&rsquo;s Quotes for Kids<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div id=\"recipe\"><\/div><div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-310516\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"310516\" data-servings=\"0\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-my-color-how-to-template\"><div class=\"wprm-container-float-right\">\n\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-image wprm-block-image-normal\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 0px;border-style: solid;border-color: #666666;\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-2-150x150.png\" class=\"attachment-150x150 size-150x150\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-2-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-2-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-2-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-2-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-2-500x500.png 500w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-2-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-2-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-2.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/valentines-day-sensory-bin-2.png\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 5px;\"><\/div>\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/3boysandadog.com\/wprm_print\/valentines-day-sensory-bin\" style=\"color: #444444;background-color: #ffffff;border-color: #777777;border-radius: 0px;padding: 5px 5px;\" class=\"wprm-recipe-print wprm-recipe-link wprm-print-recipe-shortcode wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-print-wide-button wprm-recipe-link-wide-button wprm-color-accent\" data-recipe-id=\"310516\" data-template=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-print-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g><path fill=\"#444444\" d=\"M19,5.09V1c0-0.552-0.448-1-1-1H6C5.448,0,5,0.448,5,1v4.09C2.167,5.569,0,8.033,0,11v7c0,0.552,0.448,1,1,1h4v4c0,0.552,0.448,1,1,1h12c0.552,0,1-0.448,1-1v-4h4c0.552,0,1-0.448,1-1v-7C24,8.033,21.833,5.569,19,5.09z M7,2h10v3H7V2z M17,22H7v-9h10V22z M18,10c-0.552,0-1-0.448-1-1c0-0.552,0.448-1,1-1s1,0.448,1,1C19,9.552,18.552,10,18,10z\"><\/path><\/g><\/svg><\/span> Print<\/a>\n\t\n\t\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-bold\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Valentines_Day_Sensory_Bin\"><\/span>Valentine&rsquo;s Day Sensory Bin<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 5px;\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-normal\"><span style=\"display: block;\">This is perfect for fine motor skills and preschool fun! <\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-times-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-table-borders-top-bottom wprm-recipe-table-borders-inside\" style=\"border-width: 1px;border-style: solid;border-color: #777777;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 1px;border-style: solid;border-color: #777777;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep Time<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">5<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 1px;border-style: solid;border-color: #777777;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">5<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 5px;\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-author-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-author-label\">Author: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-author wprm-block-text-normal\">Kelli Miller<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"recipe-310516-ingredients\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-310516-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"310516\" data-servings=\"0\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Materials<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"0\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">1 white cheerleading pom pom<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">1 red cheerleading pom pom<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">red and silver bells<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">foam hearts<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">a container to house everything<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-310516-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-310516-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"310516\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Instructions<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-310516-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Cut the ends of the white cheerleading pom pom (I split each strand 1\/2 so it could go farther) and place in your container. Do the same for the red pom pom.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-310516-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Add silver and red bells. If you bought the bells on a string, then simply cut the string and place the individual bells in the container.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-310516-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Spread everything around with your hands to ensure its evenly dispersed.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-310516-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Add the foam hearts to your bin<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-310516-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">If you want your preschooler to practice pouring and scooping, you can add a measuring cup and spoon.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><span id=\"dpsp-post-bottom\"><\/span>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Valentine&rsquo;s Day brings plenty of excitement, making it a natural time to introduce simple, hands-on play. A Valentine sensory bin gives preschoolers a chance to scoop, sort, pour, and explore different textures while engaging their senses in a relaxed, playful way. 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