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Hey there! Looking for a fresh sensory bin idea? How about spaghetti and meatballs! This playful, hands-on activity brings all the textures and fun of a spaghetti dinner without the mess.

A sensory play setup, this spaghetti sensory bin features yellow yarn as noodles, red pom-poms, green and white felt shapes, and wooden utensils on a blue tray for imaginative play. Perfect for those seeking creative sensory bin ideas using diverse sensory materials.
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A sensory play setup, this Spaghetti Sensory Bin features yellow yarn as noodles, red pom-poms, green and white felt shapes, and wooden utensils on a blue tray for imaginative play. Perfect for those seeking creative sensory bin ideas using diverse sensory materials.

Kids can dig in, swirl “spaghetti” noodles, and scoop up “meatballs”—engaging their senses while practicing fine motor skills. Check out our easy tutorial to create this sensory bin, and get ready for some delightful, pasta-themed sensory play!

Materials

Instructions

  1. Cut up your pipe cleaners into little tiny pieces. Add to a container to be the “parmesan cheese.”
  2. Then cut up random pieces of yellow yarn to become the spaghetti noodles. Make some long and some short.
  3. Add to your sensory bin. Add the food play set and enjoy!  
Discover the joy of our spaghetti sensory bin, featuring yellow yarn noodles, red pom-poms, and toy vegetables nestled in a blue tray. Complete with a wooden fork and play salt and pepper shakers, it's a delightful way to explore sensory materials.
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Discover the joy of our Spaghetti Sensory Bin, featuring yellow yarn noodles, red pom-poms, and toy vegetables nestled in a blue tray. Complete with a wooden fork and play salt and pepper shakers, it’s a delightful way to explore sensory materials.

Notes

  • Other sensory tools or figurines can be added to make the bin more fun to play with or more educational.

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