Sand play

Bring the sand-filled fun to your backyard with these great ideas that encourage sensory play, creativity and even a bit of learning.

Here are 10 sand play ideas and activities for the summer. From sand in the tray to using it as a base for small world play.

Playing in the sand is synonymous with summer. There's no beach required for these 7 sand activities for kids!

Funnels, tubes, sifts, bottles, scoopers, spoons, bottle tops and SAND! The perfect sensory play recipe for kids with endless fun and exploration.

What kid doesn't LOVE playing in the sand. Well I have a confession...I kind of hate sandboxes. And yes we have one in our backyard, but I'm a bit OCD and there's something about sand that drives me insane. I mean it gets eve-ry-where! My littlest is at the prime sand eating and throwing age

Kids love sand play! And if your kids love playing in the sand, this list is for them (and you)! Sand sensory activities for kids is an amazing hands-on learning activity that develops independent play skills. Playing in the sand is the ultimate summer activity, and you don’t need the beach to do it! Set up a sand sensory bin for kids to help develop fine motor skills, social engagement, and sensory awareness for hours of open-ended play!

Make a River - imaginative play in the sand pit!

Stamp shapes in kinetic sand for a hands on sensory math activity for kids!

Build a sand castle with wet glue and sand! This activity is great for preschoolers and kindergarteners. Build hand strength while improving eye-hand coordination. Check out this FREE RESOURCE at LearnPal!

Spice up your sand table or sand filled sensory bin with these 10 play ideas. Perfect activities for summer tot school, preschool, or kindergarten!

Something that has been popular for children lately is a substance called “kinetic sand”. Any children who love building sand castles with damp sand at the beach can use kinetic sand to build their own structures without having to go to the beach. It makes a great toy for children, as well as for therapeutic purposes.

This Frozen Sand Sensory Bin doubles as a small world ocean. Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers will love this summer sensory activity.

You only need 2 household ingredients to make your own taste-safe toddler-approved play sand! Fun "sand" that's great for children of all ages.

Make a construction site gravel pit for a great outdoor imaginative play area for kids to enjoy! This little play space is sure to inspire creativity and storytelling and can be used in conjunction with favourite construction themed picture books too.

This moon sand is such an easy kids craft - it only has 2 ingredients! It's soft and moldable and the best kinetic sand recipe we've ever tried. This is a great sensory play idea and a super fun summer activity for kids, tweens, toddlers, and preschoolers.

Sand play dough paired with loose parts.

Discover the joy of DIY moon sand with our ultimate guide - safe, sensory play for kids using simple ingredients, and enjoy endless fun together!

DIY Kinetic Sand. Made with just 3 ingredients this homemade Kinetic Sand is perfect for playing with! Soft, stretchy and moldable, this homemade Kinetic Sand will bring hours of play time for the kids!