9 Awesome Easter Sensory Activities For Kids Of All Ages
Our favorite Easter Sensory Activities for toddlers, preschoolers and older kids includes sensory bins, play doughs, slimes & more!
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Easter is the perfect time for festive fun and an amazing chance to mix in some hands-on, sensory-rich play! This holiday isn’t just about bunnies and eggs—it’s an opportunity to spark curiosity in ways that feel like pure fun while secretly helping kids develop important skills.
It’s a little messy (okay, maybe a lot!), but that’s part of the magic! Sensory activities are a lifesaver when it comes to keeping kids entertained and focused, whether you’re prepping for an Easter party or just looking for something festive to do on a spring afternoon.
Let’s dive into some hands-on sensory play this Easter! You won’t believe how much fun your little chicks and bunnies will have!
Why Easter Sensory Activities Are Awesome
Easter sensory activities aren’t just fun, they’re a fantastic way to let your kids explore the holiday’s magic in a hands-on, engaging way.
These activities give kids a festive break from the usual chaos, keeping them focused, entertained, and learning. The pastel colors and exciting textures stimulate their senses while encouraging creativity, fine motor skills, and problem-solving.
Plus, sensory play is perfect for kids of all ages and so easy to set up. These activities immerse kids in the Easter spirit with wonder and imagination. Embrace the mess, enjoy the giggles, and celebrate the joy of springtime!
Easter Sensory Activities for Kids
Here’s a list of our favorite Easter sensory activities, complete with colorful bunnies, eggs, and all the springtime fun you can imagine! Whether your kids are toddlers, preschoolers, or older, these colorful and festive ideas will create magical memories you’ll treasure.
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1. DIY Easter Sensory Bottles
These DIY Easter Sensory Bottles are my secret weapon for keeping little hands busy! We made three different ones, and my kids were mesmerized. The Butterfly Bottle is filled with floating butterfly confetti and glitter, the Easter Bunny Hunt Bottle has small bunnies hidden in colored rice, and the Pom-Pom Bottle is just a happy explosion of bright, fluffy pom-poms floating in water. Super easy, no mess, and perfect for calming down after all that Easter excitement!
2. Easter Chickpea Sensory Foam
This Easter Chickpea Sensory Foam whips up into this light, fluffy foam that’s ridiculously fun to scoop and swirl around. My kids got their hands in there immediately, mixing colors and making a giant mess (but in the best way). And bonus—it’s totally edible (although not tasty) in case your little one sneaks a taste.
3. Edible Easter Moon Dough
This Edible Easter Moon Dough is so fun, and so easy to make! It’s soft, crumbly, and molds together like damp sand. But the best part? It’s completely taste-safe! (Because we all know toddlers put everything in their mouths.) I made a batch in a pastel purple Easter color. My kids couldn’t stop squishing it and running their fingers through the dough.
4. Spring Garden Sensory Bin
This one was such a hit! We created a Spring Garden Sensory Bin and my kids were ALL about planting and digging. I used dreid chickpeas for soil, and added faux flowers, mini watering cans, flowerpots, butterflys, gems, and pom-poms. They had a blast “planting” flowers, scooping the beans, and pretending to water their garden. It’s such a fun way to welcome spring, and it kept them busy way longer than I expected!
5. Glitter & Bunnies Easter Slime
This Glitter & Bunnies Easter Slime is pure magic in your hands. The stretchy, squishy texture feels amazing, and the sparkly glitter and tiny bunny confetti makes it festive and fun. Stretch it, squish it, and watch it shimmer like a magical Easter sunrise!
6. Edible Easter Playdough
Homemade playdough never gets old! This Edible Easter Playdough version is soft, easy to mold, and smells amazing. The kids had a blast using cookie cutters and playdough tools to make little pastel bunnies, eggs, and a rainbow. Plus its completely edible if your little one sneaks a few bites bites.
7. Colored Rice Easter Sensory Bin
If you haven’t made colored rice for sensory play yet, you need to try it! This Colored Rice Easter Sensory Bin is ridiculously easy, and the end result is a bin full of bright, pastel rice that kids love running their hands through. Toss in some little Easter toys like mini bunnies, pom-poms, eggs and scoops for instant fun. Plus, it’s one of those activities that actually keeps kids busy long enough for me to enjoy my coffee while it’s still hot!
8. Easter Fluffy Slime
This Easter Fluffy Slime is one of my personal favorites because it’s so soft and squishy! It’s got a marshmallowy texture, kind of like squeezing a cloud. My kids loved making it in different pastel colors and adding in some Easter bunnies confetti.
9. Taste-Safe Easter Peeps Slime
This Taste-Safe Easter Peeps Slime is exactly what it sounds like—slime made from Peeps! It’s stretchy and smells like marshmallow heaven. It’s as fun to make as it is to play with. And since it’s just melted Peeps and cornstarch, it’s totally safe for those inevitable “just one little taste” moments.
Get Ready For Easter Fun!
Easter sensory activities are such a fun way to celebrate while keeping kids entertained and learning through play. From glittery slimes to themed sensory bins, these ideas are sure to bring a little extra joy and wonder to your day. So, gather some supplies, embrace the mess, and let the fun begin!
Have a favorite Easter sensory activity or tried one of these ideas? Leave a comment below. I’d love to hear all about it!
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