Ocean and Beach Sensory Bins

What do you do when you do not live near the ocean or beach? You make some Ocean and Beach Sensory Bins for your children to learn, play, and explore. Each of these sensory bins contains some element of either the ocean or beach while some contain both! Sensory bins are a great way to expose children to new topics without being to technical or seem like you are teaching.

Here’s a basic supply list for Sensory Bins:

Plastic bin or tray to house your items

Sensory material- sand, water, jello, or slime

Beach themed items-crabs, seagulls, shells,etc.

Ocean themed items– sharks, whales, octopus, mermaids, sea turtles, etc.

Once you know which theme you want to create then you can choose on of the sensory bins listed below. Gather all you items without your child knowing and maybe even throw in a Beach book or Ocean book or two for even more learning fun!

Ocean Themed Sensory Bins

Tide Pool Science Sensory Bin from Buggy and Buddy

Ocean Themed Science Sensory Nature Table from Natural Beach Living

Under the Sea Jello Sensory Adventure from Natural Beach Living

Ocean Sensory Bin from Mama Papa Bubba

Icy Ocean Sensory Play from Little Bins for Little Hands

Ocean Sensory Bin with Boats from Frogs and Fairies

Ocean Theme ABC Sensory Bin from Fantastic Fun and Learning

Ocean Slime Recipe from Buggy and Buddy

Ocean Small World Play from Rainy Day Mum

Summer Sensory Bin for Teaching 2 and 3 Year Olds

Ocean Slime from Little Bins for Little Hands

Sea Turtle Sensory Bags from The Preschool Toolbox

Shark Sensory Bin from Mommy’s Bundle

Mermaid Ice Excavation from Mama Papa Bubba

Ocean Playdough and Shells from Kitchen Floor Crafts

Seaside Play Tray from Play and Learn Everyday

 

Beach Themed Sensory Bins

Glitter Cloud Dough Beach Sensory Tub from The Imagination Tree

Feels Like the Beach Sensory Play Recipe from Preschool Inspirations

Ocean Beach Sensory Bin Activity from Mommy’s Bundle

Beach Sensory Play and Small World from Fantastic Fun and Learning

Buried Treasure Sensory Bin from True Aim Education

Indoor Beach with Edible Sand from Mama Papa Bubba

Rocky Shore Small World with Ocean Playdough from Buggy and Buddy

How do you plan on using sensory bins this Summer?