17 spring sensory play ideas for babies, toddlers and preschool

Here’s a wonderful collection of spring sensory play ideas for babies, toddlers and preschool, including easy spring sensory tubs and fun spring messy play.

 

17 spring sensory play ideas for babies, toddlers and preschool

Whether your child loves bugs, butterflies, spring chicks or rainbows, I have some lovely sensory play ideas here for you to try.

You’ll find ideas for spring sensory tubs, homemade outdoor paints, spring play dough ideas and lots of inspiration for exploring with eyes, hands, noses and ears!

There are ideas for all ages, super messy and mess free options, and taste-safe recipes so even very young children can join in the fun.

 

Spring sensory tub with carrots

Spring play dough recipe with flower petals

Spring-themed discovery basket

Spring flower sensory tub

Chalk paint recipe

Rose petal paint recipe

April-showers umbrella sensory area

Rainbow clean mud recipe

Spring chicks and play dough

Bird’s nest sensory tub

Spring flower sensory sun catchers

Spring flower sensory soup

Mini beasts sensory tub

Planting flowers in play dough

Bug investigation sensory tub

Birdseed egg shakers

Taste-safe play mud recipe