Jungle Sensory Bin

Sensory exploration develops scientific thinking and fine motor skills through tactile jungle play.

• Framework: IPC
• Unit: Into the Jungle
• Learning area: Science
• Level: Infant & Toddler

Objectives

• Explore different textures
• Find hidden jungle animals
• Describe what they feel

Materials

• Large bin
• Shredded green paper
• Leaves
• Moss
• Plastic jungle animals
• Scoops and tweezers

Instructions

1. Create a jungle sensory bin with green materials.

2. Hide small jungle animals throughout.

3. Let children explore with hands and tools.

4. Ask 'What did you find?' 'How does it feel?'

5. Name textures: smooth, rough, soft, crinkly.

6. Count how many animals each child finds.

Educator tip

Supervise closely—some toddlers may mouth small pieces.

Assessment

Observe sensory exploration and fine motor tool use.

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• Describing Jungle Animals
• Rainforest Rain Shakers
• Sorting Jungle Animals
• Jungle Animal Masks
• Jungle Dance Party
• Goodbye Jungle Book
• Jungle Animal Parade