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How to dye beans for sensory play that are lavender scented. A great calming activity for kids.

Calm and kids don't seem to mix...it's practically an oxymoron.





But sensory play can have a calming effect on kids, especially when it's paired with a calming scent like lavender. Well, at least that's the thought I had when I made these lavender scented sensory beans.





So if you've been searching for calming activities for kids, then you'll definitely want to try making this lavender scented and dyed beans sensory bin.









How to Dye Beans for Sensory Play & How to Make them Scented!

To make lavender scented beans, I put navy beans and 4 drops of lavender essential oil into a resealable plastic bag.





I also added some color to my beans by using this dyeing method from Fun at Home with Kids. Unfortunately, I ran out of purple food coloring so I had to improvise with other colors. That's why my beans aren't uniform in color. Anyway, they totally smell amazing even if the color isn't quite perfect.













Calming Activity Idea for Kids: Play with Lavender Scented Sensory Beans!

I paired this sensory bin filler with some measuring spoons and plastic cups for the boys, hoping they would engage in some quiet, calm sensory play.





And guess what?! It totally worked! For once, the sensory filler wasn't tossed around like we were celebrating someone's birthday. Instead, simple scooping, pouring, and measuring took place. Some bean sandcastles were also attempted, but, of course, they didn't turn out like J had hoped.





K insisted on helping me get some close up pictures of the lavender scented beans. He made sure I took lots of pictures of the beans he scooped into his cup!





I think K wants you take a whiff of these lovely lavender beans. Too bad computer screens aren't equipped for scents yet, hey?





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