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10 Fall Sensory Bins

September 14, 2020 by Mommy Evolution 39 Comments

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Fall sensory bins are the perfect way for little ones to explore the larger world, learning about textures, sounds, smells and sights all while practicing their fine motor skills as they manipulate objects.

Sensory bins don’t have to be as formal as some of these.

Making something as simple as a pile of leaves for your tots to explore can make a terrific version of a sensory bin.

10 Fall Sensory Bins | Mommy Evolution

Fall Sensory Bins

Fall is just around the corner! Think about your favorite smells, sights and sounds about the fall.

Do you yearn for the crunch of dried leaves under your feet? How about the smell of a cool, crisp morning?

Do I even need to mention the scent of mulled apple cider?

Fall Apple Farm Sensory Bin | Mommy Evolution

Fall Farm Sensory Bin from Mommy Evolution

What better way to enjoy a sunny fall day than to explore a fall farm sensory bin outdoors! What particularly makes this fall farm sensory bin fun to explore is it feels like a farm setting.

Fine Motor Fall Sensory Bin + Visual Skills! on Mommy Evolution

Fall Fine Motor Sensory Bin from Mommy Evolution

What is it about fall leaves that folks just can’t resist? Is it the spectacular colors? Or the sounds of the “crunch” when you walk through them?

Fall Farm Harvest Sensory Bin on Mommy Evolution

Food sensory bins allow our children to experience not only different tactile sensations but also the sights and smells of the items!

Fall Sensory Bin from Happy Hooligans

This fall sensory bin is easy to put together using items you may already have around your home and yard.

Apple Rice Sensory Bin from Frogs and Snails and Puppy Dog Tails

Apple themed and scent play ideas are always a favorite with kids.

Pumpkin Scented Cloud Dough from Growing a Jeweled Rose

What would it feel like to touch a pumpkin cloud? Could you hold it, mold it, or squish it? We sought to find out the answer to this “3-year-old question” using a few ingredients and a little imagination. 

Pumpkin Sensory Bin from Childhood Beckons

A harmless pumpkin guts sensory bin. It contains the insides of four large pumpkins. I also provided a potato masher, ice cream scoop, spatula, and measuring cups. 

Fall Sensory Tub from Trains & Tutus

It really was amazing how enchanted my kids were with this sensory bin.

Apple Pie Making Sensory Bin by Little Bins for Little Hands

Cloud dough or moon sand is an awesome and simple sensory recipe that is quick to whip up. This apple pie scented cloud dough is also taste safe.  

Fall Farm Sensory Tub from No Time for Flash Cards

We normally play with one these for a few weeks. Repetition is a great thing for kids. It’s not boring so don’t feel like you need a bright shiny new thing every day.

Autumn Sensory Play from Pre-school Play

This sensory bin used chick peas and a bean soup mix as the base as some of my little ones love to fill and empty. A great mix that had autumn colors. 

Harvest Sensory Tub from Counting Coconuts

Like these fall sensory bins? For more sensory friendly ideas, consider the following (may contain affiliate links):

  • Fall Multisensory Handwriting Activities
  • Sensory Motor Activities for Fall
  • Print and Create Fine Motor Projects for Fall
  • Fall Handwriting Activities
  • Apple Do a Dot Printable Pack
  • Fall Leaf Theme Preschool Classroom Lesson Plans

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Comments

  1. Brynn @ MommyDigger.com says

    September 16, 2013 at 9:44 am

    These are great for fall, I especially like the pumpkin one! Gotta love the feeling of pumpkin goo! 🙂

    Reply
    • Jennifer says

      September 17, 2013 at 4:15 pm

      Who doesn’t love pumpkin goo! We have a blast after we carve the pumpkins every year.

      Reply
  2. Garf says

    September 16, 2013 at 9:59 am

    The things that I always look forward to the fall season is the beautiful colors of the surrounding and the holiday seasons.

    Reply
    • Jennifer says

      September 17, 2013 at 4:14 pm

      I agree – the changing of the leaves are my favorite part of fall 🙂

      Reply
  3. Bernadette @ Aimless Moments says

    September 16, 2013 at 11:12 am

    Thanks for the ideas. I like the apple rice and fall farm….going to add them to my Pinterest 🙂

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    • Jennifer says

      September 17, 2013 at 4:13 pm

      Glad you found some ones you like, Bernadette 🙂

      Reply
  4. Fan R @TeddyOutReady says

    September 16, 2013 at 1:47 pm

    Nice ideas these tubs, love Fall Sensory Tub from Trains & Tutus. They look so pretty, just reminded me about upcoming holidays.

    Reply
    • Jennifer says

      September 17, 2013 at 4:13 pm

      They are incredibly pretty for educational tools, aren’t they?

      Reply
  5. Liz says

    September 16, 2013 at 2:20 pm

    These are cute! I think my faves are the red rice one and the pumpkin dough one!

    Reply
    • Jennifer says

      September 17, 2013 at 4:04 pm

      I’m going to have to make the pumpkin dough one. And, quite honestly, we always make a sensory bin out of the pumpkin goo from when we carve for Halloween.

      Reply
  6. Lisa Isabella Russo says

    September 16, 2013 at 2:26 pm

    Your sensory bins look like a very good idea! The ones you’ve shared are quite beautiful.

    Reply
    • Jennifer says

      September 17, 2013 at 4:04 pm

      Lisa — They are beautiful bins, but also a terrific educational tool!

      Reply
  7. itzybellababy says

    September 16, 2013 at 3:45 pm

    I love these ideas!

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    • Jennifer says

      September 17, 2013 at 4:03 pm

      Thanks! I hope you do at least one with your little one 🙂

      Reply
  8. Helene Cohen Bludman says

    September 16, 2013 at 3:53 pm

    What a great idea for little ones to experience the touch and smell of fall inside. I can smell those apples and pumpkins as we speak!

    Reply
    • Jennifer says

      September 17, 2013 at 4:02 pm

      That pumpkin cloud dough really does look delicious. I can’t wait for the smells of fall to permeate the house again.

      Reply
  9. Karen says

    September 17, 2013 at 12:05 am

    The rice bin is so cool. Love these!

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    • Jennifer says

      September 17, 2013 at 3:57 pm

      The rice bin does look fun. I know we’ll be making a couple of these this fall.

      Reply
  10. Foodie in WV says

    September 17, 2013 at 6:13 pm

    What great ideas. I love the rice one!

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    • Jennifer says

      September 27, 2013 at 6:29 pm

      The rice one IS a lot of fun. The smell is heavenly.

      Reply
  11. Steffany @ Spit & Sparkles says

    September 17, 2013 at 9:02 pm

    Visiting from the PINcentive link party. Thanks for sharing this. I love the fall farm sensory bin!

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    • Jennifer says

      September 20, 2013 at 1:03 pm

      Love visitors! The fall sensory bins were so much fun pulling together. I could have overwhelmed everyone but I picked my favorite 10 🙂

      Reply
  12. Kate says

    September 18, 2013 at 2:44 pm

    What great ideas. I never thought about doing this for my son but wow it would really keep him occupied. Thank you for linking up with Wine’d Down Wednesday.

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    • Jennifer says

      September 20, 2013 at 1:12 pm

      Kate — You’d be surprised how much they get into those sensory bins! Try one out and let me know.

      Reply
  13. Ashley says

    September 18, 2013 at 3:00 pm

    Thank you for these ideas! I think my toddler would love the pumpkin cloud dough. I’m going to give a few of these a try!

    –Pinning this

    –Stopping by from Hump Day Blog Hop

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    • Jennifer says

      September 20, 2013 at 1:12 pm

      The pumpkin cloud dough is an absolute hit. I guarantee it. The smell is awesome and my boys just can’t get enough.

      Reply
  14. Mary Withrow says

    September 18, 2013 at 10:39 pm

    Love these for fall and getting the children to participate by collecting leaves and scenting the rice will be even more fun!

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    • Jennifer says

      September 20, 2013 at 1:16 pm

      Mary — Part of the fun is getting them into the action, for sure.

      Reply
  15. Mum of One says

    September 19, 2013 at 4:03 pm

    What wonderful seasonal ideas. Thanks so much for linking up to the Monday Parenting Pin It Party.

    Reply
  16. Janell says

    September 21, 2013 at 2:30 pm

    We love trying out new sensory activities. What a great idea to include different fall items!

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    • Jennifer says

      September 27, 2013 at 5:49 pm

      Janell — Have a ball trying out the new sensory activities. Even though my boys are getting older we still pull out the sensory stuff and what better way to get into the season than with fall sensory bins, right?

      Reply
  17. Helen Neale says

    September 21, 2013 at 4:50 pm

    You have some great ideas in here – and so apt for the season as well. Thanks so much for linking up to the Parenting Pin it Party this week as well 😀

    Reply
    • Jennifer says

      September 27, 2013 at 5:52 pm

      Really like your Parenting Pin party! Let me know if you try out any of the bins and which ones you liked best.

      Reply
  18. Monica says

    September 25, 2013 at 9:55 pm

    Great list of ideas! Featuring this post at Family Fun Friday!
    Monica
    http://www.happyandblessedhome.com/category/family-fun

    Reply
    • Jennifer says

      September 27, 2013 at 6:15 pm

      Thanks for the awesome feature! Really made my day 🙂

      Reply
  19. Mascha says

    September 27, 2013 at 12:52 am

    It’s greatful !

    Reply
  20. Sugar Aunts says

    September 28, 2013 at 2:20 am

    Love this! We’re featuring your post on Share It Saturday this week over at Sugar Aunts! Thanks for linking up 🙂

    Reply
  21. Ashley says

    October 1, 2013 at 8:08 pm

    Thanks for sharing at Mom’s Library; I featured you this week!

    Reply
  22. Suzanne Holt says

    September 20, 2014 at 9:47 am

    Great collection of fall sensory experiences. Thanks for sharing. Pinned.

    Reply

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