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Sensory Play Mats

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Sensory play mats are one of the easiest ways both to get creative and save money using what you already have in your kitchen! These play mats are great for tummy time for a baby and also a lot of fun for a toddler who wants to make a contained mess. Take a look around your kitchen and you will be amazed at all of the fun things you can find! Coffee beans, rice, Jell-O, hard boiled eggs with the shells off, pasta, grapes, peas, the list goes on and on. Toddlers will feel empowered choosing what they want to use and also might sneak in an extra snack!

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Directions:

  1. Place straws into the Ziploc bag, filling no more than half of the bag.
  2. Optional: Add water, filling no more than half of the bag.
  3. Zip the bag shut, releasing any extra air.
  4. Tape bag shut.
  5. Tape the bag to the floor for tummy time or for toddler hands and feet to explore!

Janelle Cumro-Sultzer lives in Overland Park with her husband, son and two dogs. Janelle is a former health care executive director and is a mediator in Kansas, helping families in conflict. She loves to focus on learning through play and getting messy with crafts. 

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