☀️ 5 Easy & Fun Sensory Play Ideas for Summer
- Amy's Angels Health Care Team
- May 5
- 2 min read
Updated: May 12
Summer is the perfect season to slow down, explore, and get a little creative — especially when it comes to sensory play! At Amy’s Angels Health Care, we know that sensory activities aren't just about fun (though they are definitely that!) — they’re also great for helping kids develop motor skills, regulate emotions, and stay engaged in a calming, playful way.
You don’t need fancy supplies or expensive materials. Most of the best ideas start with what you already have at home.
Here are 5 simple sensory play activities to try with your child this summer:
1. 🌈 Polka Dot Slime
With just glue, baking soda, and saline solution, you can create stretchy, squishy slime. Toss in pom-poms or beads for extra texture and fun! It’s an ideal activity for sensory seekers who love to squish and squeeze.
2. 🕷️ Spider Web Walk
Tape a “web” design on your floor using painter’s tape. Place letters, toys, or objects on the lines, and challenge your child to walk the web without stepping off, collecting items as they go. It’s great for coordination, balance, and problem-solving — and it feels like a game!
3. 🫧 Rainbow Soap Foam
Mix dish soap, food coloring, and water to create foamy fun! Pour it into a bin and add toy cars, animals, or cups. This one’s a favorite for water lovers and messy play fans alike.
4. 🫘 Colored Beans
Add a few drops of food coloring to dry beans, mix, and let them dry. Then pour them into a bin for your child to scoop, sort, and pour. This calming, texture-rich activity is great for quiet play and fine motor practice.
5. 🧊 Rainbow Ice Excavation
Beat the South Florida heat with this cool, hands-on activity. Freeze small toys or objects in layers of colored water and let your child use tools to dig them out. It's perfect for extended play, focus, and fine motor skills!
Which one will your child try first?Drop your favorite sensory activities in the comments — especially if you're a parent or caregiver in Miami, The Keys, or anywhere in South Florida!
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