Children love to explore the world using their senses. Here are two fun kitchen activities that encourage sensory learning!

Cloud Dough

Supplies:

• 8 parts flour
• 1 part oil (canola or olive)
• Large bowl
• Spoon
• Optional: cookie cutters or play molds

Instructions:

• Ask your child to help measure the flour and oil. Use the spoon to mix the ingredients together in a bowl.
• Spread the dough onto a flat surface.
• Encourage your child to mold, touch and shape the dough. Ask her questions about the texture of the dough and her creations!

Colorful Mystery Mess

Supplies:   

• 1 cup cornstarch
• 1/2 cup water
• 5 drops of food coloring (2-4 different colors)
• Large bowl
• Spoon

Instructions:

• Ask your child to help measure cornstarch and water into a bowl.
• Have your child mix the two ingredients together, then add 5 drops of differently-colored food coloring into the mix.
• Ask your child to gently mix the food coloring, then discuss the texture and the colors in the mix. Ask your child if she thinks it’s a solid or a liquid.