Baby Play with Gelatin and Water

Have you ever wondered how to keep your baby entertained? Don’t think they can do much? Think again! Babies can do lots of great, simple sensory activities – and they love them! Today’s Baby Play with Gelatin and Water sensory activity was actually a follow-up and extension of Baby Play with Gelatin.

When N was done playing with the gelatin, I put the container in the sink and poured in some water to clean it up later. When I got back to it, the water had partially dissolved the gelatin, and I thought that N might like to learn even more about gelatin and water with this mixture. Turns out, it was one of his favorite baby activities ever 🙂

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Baby Play with Gelatin and Water Supplies

• Plain gelatin. Jell-o would work, too.
• Container to hold the gelatin.
• Water.
• Plastic animal (optional). Adding a random item definitely added an extra dimension to N’s play.
• Towel or shower liner to play on. We often use a shower liner, but I chose a large towel this time because of the water. It worked great, but we played on the patio. Had we been inside, I most likely would’ve doubled up with a shower liner underneath the towel.

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Recommended Books for Babies

If you are a parent wondering about how to get your little one interested in books, or an expectant mother looking for the perfect baby shower gift, look no further. In my experience as a parent and educator, I have discovered a handful of books that are sure to capture the attention and imagination of even the youngest readers.

Bright Baby Baby Animals: Touch and Feel (Bright Baby Touch and Feel)The Wonderful Things You Will BeThe Bear Who Didn’t DareIf Animals Kissed Good NightLet’s Count Soft Book – World of Eric Carle the Very Hungry Caterpillar Baby on the Go Clip Teething Crinkle Soft Sensory Book for Babies, 5.25×5.25 InchIndestructibles: Hello, Farm (Indestructibles)

 

Recommended Baby Toys

Incorporating playtime into your baby’s daily routine is a great way to help them develop early learning skills. Whether you’re looking for an educational toy or just something to keep them busy while having fun, these toys are sure to become fast favorites for both you and your little one.

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Baby Play with Gelatin and Water

N immediately stuck his hand in the water to explore the water/gelatin mixture.

Before he really got into splashing {his go-to activity when water is involved}, he decided that the cow had to come out of the container. It wasn’t easy for him to find his balance to do this, but he persevered until he was able to safely grab the cow 🙂

Now there was nothing in the way between him and his favorite water activity 🙂

After this, he alternated between throwing the cow back into the water, splashing,

and fishing the cow back out of the water.

I’m telling you, it was all great fun 😀

Benefits of Baby Play with Gelatin and Water Activity

The Baby Play with Gelatin and Water Activity highlights the fun and educational benefits of DIY baby sensory play. By combining simple, non-toxic ingredients like gelatin and water, parents can engage and stimulate their baby’s senses, fostering their cognitive, social, and motor development.

Through this activity, babies can explore different textures, temperatures, and colors, improving their hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, and communication abilities. Moreover, this activity is affordable, safe, and easy to set up, making it a practical solution for busy parents looking to enhance their baby’s learning experience.

Overall, this post reminds us of the power of sensory play in fostering healthy and happy babies, encouraging us to seize the opportunity to play and learn with our little ones. Have fun with your little one!

More Simple Sensory Activities

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Flower Sensory Soup

Simple Snowman Sensory Bin

Nature Exploration on a Mirror.