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Cozy Gingerbread Sensory Bin

December 18, 2024 by Annette Kaminsky Leave a Comment

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One of the most popular themes to offer at Christmas is a Gingerbread theme. Delightfully entertaining variations of the gingerbread boy story set the stage for endless hands-on gingerbread thematic activities for early learners. This cozy gingerbread sensory bin is a festive and fun tactile play invitation to include.

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Cozy Gingerbread Sensory Bin Supplies

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The following simple supplies are in this sweet cookie-themed sensory bin:

  • white rice or pinto beans
  • gingerbread storage container
  • fillable gingerbread man ornament
  • gingerbread cookie cutters
  • gingerbread baker ornaments
  • pony beads
  • pom poms
  • feathers
  • buttons
  • gingerbread-themed erasers
  • gingerbread man measuring scoop
  • paper snack sups
  • measuring spoon

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The Cozy Gingerbread Sensory Bin

This gingerbread sensory bin is inspired by a soft and fluffy winter sock spotted in a cozy clothing store.

As with many of my sensory invitations, the bin to hold all the supplies is a white bus tub. It is economical to buy, transportable, and large enough for two to three little learners to explore together.

Spotted, light brown dried pinto beans are the base. The neutral-toned beans provide all the color needed for the bin’s gingerbread cookie theme.

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A gingerbread treat tin and clear, fillable gingerbread ornament with the top removed are accessories to fill using the themed measuring scoop and spoon.

A trio of gingerbread baker ornaments with hooks for hanging removed serve as cookies, and gingerbread man erasers are reimagined as additional treats.

Pink, green, red, and white beads and buttons allow cookie cutters to be decorated.

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Similarly colored pom poms, feathers, and twisted pipe cleaner bits contribute a soft feel to the bin and are additional supplies for decorating.

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Benefits of the Cozy Gingerbread Sensory Bin

Sensory bin exploration offers early learners many benefits. They include

  • Practice using the senses of sight, hearing, and touch to explore the contents in the bin.
  • Developing hand-eye coordination and strengthening hand muscles by scooping, pouring, picking up, and arranging the supplies.
  • Expanding vocabulary by discussing colors, textures, and actions used to investigate the supplies.
  • Enhancing math skills by counting and sorting supplies.
  • Practicing social skills such as sharing and turn-taking.
  • Exercising creativity and engaging in imaginative play.

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Soft-Hued Gingerbread Sensory Bins

The cozy winter sock I mentioned serving as inspiration for the sensory play was designed in a white and soft pink color scheme. I added more colors in the bin above to match the gingerbread-themed accessories. But I couldn’t resist trying a few bins with a paired down pink and white color scheme. Below is a dried bean-based bin and two rice-based bins featuring accessories with these two colors. Gingerbread man lights add ambiance to the third bin.

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Aren’t the soft pink, white, and brown gingerbread-themed sensory bins oh-so-pretty?

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Related: Gingerbread Theme Pretend Play

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More Gingerbread Theme Activities

Click on the pictures below to access more gingerbread activities.

Scissor Skill Gingerbread Man Craft
Woodland Fox Treat Holder
Melted Candy Gingerbread Ornaments
Gingerbread Sensory Bin
Gingerbread Playdough Tray
Candy Decorated Gingerbread Girl

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© Annette Kaminsky December 18, 2024

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