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This Christmas peppermint sensory bin was inspired by a gorgeous miniature red, pink, and white-striped peppermint tree. The eye-catching tree was one of these “gotta have it” Christmas decorations for me, as it is festive and unique. A quick search in stores around my neighborhood led to finding complementary accessories for the tree. Loose parts round out the supplies in the inviting sensory bin your little learners will absolutely LOVE.
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Christmas Peppermint Sensory Bin Supplies
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The following supplies were gathered for this sweet candy-themed bin:
- peppermint candy Christmas tree
- candy cane ornaments
- candy ornaments
- peppermint candy erasers
- toy peppermint candies
- peppermint candy-themed metal buckets
- red, pink, and white buttons
- pink, red, and white pom poms
- wooden peg people
- red spoons
- red, pink, and white acrylic paints
- small paintbrushes
- spoons
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The Christmas Peppermint Candy Sensory Bin
The unexpected bin of choice for this peppermint candy sensory bin is a red saucer sled. It is an economical purchase and accommodates three or four children nicely at a time.
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The base is white glutinous rice, often my go-to for sensory bins. It is low on the mess, and the white color lets the festive supplies in the bin shine.
Wooden peg dolls painted with red, pink, or white acrylic paint match the color theme.
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Peppermint candy-themed metal buckets hold candy cane ornaments and the other sensory supplies nicely.
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Spoons are always a requested item for my sensory bins, and red ones fit the bill.
Red, pink, and white pom poms and buttons round out the sensory supplies.
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The Christmas peppermint theme for the bin is a way for little learners to play with Christmas peppermint candy without the sugar fix.
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Benefits Of The Christmas Peppermint Sensory Bin
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Aside from adding joy to the holiday season, this Christmas peppermint candy sensory bin allows children to:
- count candy canes, candies, and other supplies
- notice red and white, and pink, red, and white striped patterns
- discuss the words hard (candies and buttons) and soft (pom poms)
- label pink, red, and white colors
- develop eye-hand coordination while using the sensory supplies
- share whether they like the taste of candy canes and other Christmas candy
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More Christmas Sensory Bins
Plaid-themed Christmas Rice Bin
Ugly Christmas Sweater Rice Bin
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© Annette Kaminsky December 10, 2023
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