Apple Seed Counting Sensory Bag
Apples are synonymous with autumn. They remind us of apple pies, apple bobbing, and of course, the fascinating journey from seed to tree. As the season unfolds, why not bring a bit of that apple magic indoors with a hands-on educational activity? Enter the Apple Seed Counting Sensory Bag! This tactile, visual, and downright fun learning tool is perfect for little ones to explore counting in a sensory-rich way.
Servings: 0
Ingredients
- A ziplock bag (gallon-sized works great).
- Permanent markers (red, green, black and brown).
- Black pony beads (these will represent our apple seeds).
- Water
- Duct or packing tape
Instructions
- Design Your Apple: On the front side of your ziplock bag, use your permanent markers to draw a big, juicy apple. Start with a red marker for the apple's body and then use green for the leaf. Let your creativity run wild - maybe even add a cute worm peeking out! Use the black marker to write the numbers in each apple you want your child to count to.
- Seed Prep: Count out a bunch of black pony beads. These beads are going to be your apple seeds. Depending on the age and counting level of the child, you can vary the number.
- Filling Time: Open the ziplock bag and pour in your black pony beads. Next, fill the bag with water until it's about half or three-quarters full. The water not only gives a fascinating sensory feel but also helps the 'seeds' move around more freely.
- Seal and Play: Push out as much air as possible from the bag and then seal it tight. For added security against leaks, you might want to tape the top.