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Sensory play is a hot topic around here. I love sensory bins, sensory bottles and these sensory bags with hair gel. They're great for all ages, as my 8 month old and 3.5 year old loved them!

This post has been updated on April 4th, 2019 to improve the readers' experience.
One of my favorite things to write about is sensory play. I love to add it into our daily routine because Dylan loves it. It is really obvious when he needs it and usually when he gets it, his attitude changes. I'm always the first to suggest it in my mommy groups for toddlers who "misbehave." People who aren't in education usually think I'm crazy (among other reasons also, I'm sure) but I often times hear people come back and say how it was a great idea. When I taught, the sensory center was always my most favorite center to plan. Kids could get lost in there! Heck, I could get lost in some good sensory play!

Like most of my projects, all of my supplies for these sensory bags with hair gel were purchased at The Dollar Tree except the sandwich bags and food coloring, because I already had that on hand.

Supplies for Sensory bags with hair gel

Sandwich bags

Food coloring

Clear (or any color) hair gel

Packing tape

All we did was squirt some hair gel into some sandwich bags and added a few drops of food coloring.

Then you let out all the extra air and zip it shut. After I pried it from Dylan's hands, I taped them up on the back door. The sun will look so cool shining through the colors!

He loves to write letters in them, squish them, put his hand prints in them.

I also propped Reagan up to check them out. So not only does this allow her to do sensory play, but it is working on her trunk strength and core muscles to attempt to stand on her own. And she is none the wiser 🙂

So, this is a great activity for both ages. I often times see Dylan running over there to get some sensory things going. Reagan needs help, but she loves it too.

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One of the most fascinating things about science activities for kids has to be the ease in which you can set so many up, even at home! The one thing that all of these science experiments have in common is that they can be easily set up in a mason jar. How fun is that? Science in a jar is a super fun way to get those kiddos engaged in easy to understand science concepts using a simple mason jar.

FUN SCIENCE EXPERIMENTS IN A JAR!

SCIENCE EXPERIMENTS IN A JAR?

Can you do science in a jar?

You bet!

Is it hard?

Nope!

What do you need to get started? How about a mason jar! It's not the only supply, but it will get kids asking what the next science in a jar experiment you have waiting for them!

Here are ten of my favorite mason jar science experiments for kids that are totally do-able and make sense!

TRY THESE MASON JAR SCIENCE ACTIVITIES

Click on each link below to see supplies, set up and process information as well as quick science behind the activity information. Also, grab our free mini-pack which shares the science process in a fun and digestible way for young kids as well as a journal page you can pair with each activity for the older kiddos.

These are science activities for kids that work well with many age groups from preschool to elementary and beyond. Our activities have also been readily used with special needs groups in high school and young adult programs! More or less adult supervision depends on your kids' abilities!
Looking for easy science process information and free journal pages? We have you covered... Grab a mason jar and let's get started!
Tip: Dollar stores and grocery stores both carry mason jars or generic brands! I highly recommend having six on hand but one will do fine as well.

Make sure to download my mason jar science activity suggestion page below. Tack it to the fridge!

MAKE RAIN CLOUDS IN A JAR

Explore clouds with easy to set up rain models in mason jars! One cloud model uses a jar and a sponge, another uses shaving foam! You can even make a cloud inside a jar or a tornado. Basically, you can explore a bunch of weather science activities using a mason jar.

LOOK: Shaving Foam Rain Cloud

LOOK: Cloud in a Jar Model

MAKE A RUBBER EGG IN A JAR

Grab a jar, vinegar, and an egg to make the classic bouncy egg or rubber egg experiment. It's one of the coolest experiments to set up with the kiddos because it's a raw egg with a dissolved shell that actually bounces. This egg and vinegar experiment is sure to WOW!

CREATE OCEAN LAYERS IN A JAR

Have you ever explored the 5 unique layers of the ocean? Did you know you can recreate them in a jar and explore liquid density at the same time? It's a very fun way to not only explore marine biomes but also explore simple physics for kids! You can also try this non-ocean theme liquid density jar activity.

Also, try creating ocean waves in a jar!

HOMEMADE LAVA LAMP IN A JAR

A mason jar is a really great option for setting up a homemade lava lamp science activity. Simple supplies that include water, cooking oil, food coloring, and generic (or regular) Alka Seltzer tablets. You can redo this one over and over again in the same jar so stock up on tablets.

MAKE HOMEMADE BUTTER IN A JAR

Get shaking! You are going to need strong arms and maybe several pairs and a good 15 minute stretch of time to turn cream into whipped cream and finally into whipped butter and then solid butter! All you need is a mason jar with a lid and cream!

FIREWORKS IN A JAR

Fireworks aren't just for the sky or for a holiday! Recreate your own version of fireworks in a jar with food coloring, oil, and water. A fun lesson in physics that will be eagerly enjoyed by all kiddos!

DIY ROCK CANDY IN A JAR

You've bought rock candy from the store before, but have you ever grown your own sugar crystals in a jar? Well, all you need is a mason jar, sugar, water, and a few other items to start making rock candy in the kitchen today. This will take a few days, so get started today!

EASY GLITTER JARS

DIY glitter jars, sensory jars, or calming jars all have one thing in common! A jar! You can use any kind of bottle or mason jar to make these gorgeous, sparkling, glittery jars.

GROW CRYSTALS IN A JAR

Borax crystals are a classic science activity that actually does best in a glass jar such as a mason jar. You'll get better crystal formation with glass than plastic! All you need is a jar, water, borax powder, and pipe cleaners.

WATCH CORN DANCE IN A JAR

Is it magic? Maybe just a little at least in the eyes of the kiddos. However, it's also a bit of chemistry and physics too. Popping corn, vinegar, and baking soda is all you need to get started, and you'll also find an alternative method included as well.

LOOK: Discover how corn dances in a jar!

SET UP A SEED JAR

One of my all-time favorites, a seed jar! Grow seeds in a jar, identify the parts of a plant and get an underground look at the roots! This one is a great project for everyone to enjoy. Put it on the table and use it as a fun conversation starter too.

CABBAGE PH EXPERIMENT

In this chemistry experiment, kids learn how cabbage can be used to test liquids of varying acid levels. Depending on the pH of the liquid, the cabbage turns various shades of pink, purple, or green!

LOOK: Cabbage PH experiment in a jar!

MORE SCIENCE PROJECTS IN A JAR

MORE SCIENCE PROJECTS AT HOME

Need more at-home science projects that are actually do-able? Check out the last two in our series of Easy Science with Kids at Home! Make sure to download the science process journal and each of the handy guides!

COLORFUL CANDY SCIENCE

Fantastic candy science that you can actually do with all of your favorite candy! Of course, you might have to allow for taste testing too!

SCIENCE YOU CAN EAT

Can you eat science? You bet! Kids love tasty, edible science, and adults love inexpensive and easy to set up experiments!

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Looking for information on How to Make a Face Mask at Home? I've got all the details on How to Make a No-Sew Face Mask Using a T-Shirt and Hair Ties. This Easy Face Mask Pattern can be made with things you already have at home!

The CDC now recommends you wear a Cloth Face Mask when going out in public and while it isn't a strong enough filter to protect you from getting a virus, it can be helpful in slowing the spread of those infected. I know it has been really hard lately to find masks in stock and even finding homemade ones in stock online is challenging so I thought I would share a quick way you can make your own No-Sew Face Mask using an Old T-Shirt, Bandanna, or any piece of fabric you have at home! Remember, the tighter the fabric the better! So look for a tightly woven fabric that is 100% cotton, something that will breathe easily!

IMPORTANT: Fabric masks will not protect you against getting a virus, and I am not suggesting that it will! But the CDC is recommending them to help slow the spread of the virus from those who are already infected.

What do you need to Make a Homemade Face Mask?

To make a homemade face mask you need a tightly woven fabric, T-shirt, or Bandanna, 2 Hair Ties or Rubber Bands, and 2 Safety Pins.

How to Make a No-Sew Face Mask using a T-Shirt

Step 1: Start by cutting off the neck and sleeves of an old Shirt or Tank Top.

Step 2: Cut up the sides removing the seams from each side of the shirt.

My fabric was about 16″ x 18″ total after being cut, you can adjust this size if you need a larger or smaller face mask.

Step 3: Fold your fabric in thirds horizontally

Step 4: Add one hair tie to each end of the fabric so that it looks like a bow-tie.

Step 5: Fold the Fabric in thirds vertically tucking the raw edges into the finished edge. (Note: If you are using plain fabric or don't have the shirt hem edge to work with both edges are going to be raw and it doesn't matter at that point which end you tuck inside the other)

Step 6: Safety pin the fabric that is tucked inside the end of the other side from the middle of the face mask using 2 Safety Pins. Make sure you go through all 6 layers. This will make sure the fabric doesn't come apart when you are stretching it to fit around your ears.

Now your face mask is ready to wear! Just loop the hair ties around your ears. You can easily wash the fabric and refold it to wear again!

How to Make a Face Mask with a Filter

One of the questions I've already gotten several times is How to Make a Face Mask with a Filter. You can use an Air Filter like you would buy for your home and remove it from the cardboard packaging. You will end up with a sheet of filter material that you can then cut to fit inside your mask. Just fold your fabric around the filter in step 3 before adding the hair ties.
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By putting together your own sensory tools and creating sensory activities at home, you will save money and be able to provide your child with the sensory input they need. Adult supervision should be used with all sensory activities.

DIY Sensory Solutions for Kids' Rooms:

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DIY Climbing Wall
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Sensory Play:

Make Your Own Sensory Balls
Make Your Own Sensory Bottles Make Your Own Sensory Bins Make Your Own Sensory Bags DIY Sensory Blocks Rainbow Soap Foam Tactile Sensory Cards Make Your Own Lavender Scented Bubbles DIY Scent Jars
Create your own weighted stuffed animal by cutting open an old stuffy and adding some nuts and bolts or weighted polly pellets. Add weight in the middle and in the feet of the stuffed animal and stitch it back up. Of course, the nuts and bolts could be a choking hazard for young children so use caution.

DIY Sensory Tools For the Backyard:
Ways to Make Your Own Simple "Water Table" Make a Sensory Walk Make Your Own Soap Foam Sidewalk Paint Pool Noodle Water Wall How to Make a PVC Pipe Sand and Water Table DIY Sand Table
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Feel confident in explaining, understanding and managing sensory processing.

In Sensory Processing Explained: A Handbook for Parents and Educators, you'll gain the tools you need to help your child or student navigate their senses. You will also find practical strategies and sensory activities that will benefit all children.

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