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Discovery Bottles

Age0–3 years
Time5–15 min
MessSome mess
EnergyLow energy
SettingIndoor
SensoryQuietCalming
Discovery Bottles

You'll need

  • Clear plastic bottles
  • Water
  • Glitter, beads, or small items
  • Strong glue for lid

Steps

  1. 1Fill bottle with water and items
  2. 2Glue lid on securely
  3. 3Shake and watch items move
  4. 4Roll on floor to watch

Why this works

Visual stimulation is calming and encourages focus.

Try also

  • –Oil and water for lava effect
  • –Magnetic items with magnet outside
  • –Seasonal themed (snow globe)

Glue the lid on permanently. Supervise so bottles can't be opened.

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