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Time Required :
About 30 minutes
Beginner
Beginner
You're new to the skills necessary to complete this project, or maybe you've tried them just once or twice before.

kids ocean animal sensory bin

This project is intended for kids ages 5+.
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Print Project

Step 1

First, click here to download and print the chart, then trim it down to fit inside the lid.
TIP: The animal names in the chart match the animals in the fun packs. Feel free to choose your own animals or objects and create your own chart to fit inside the lid.

Step 2

Use double-stick tape to attach the chart to the inside of the lid.

Step 3

Fill the bottom of the pencil box with Kinetic Sand™, then add and bury the animals in the sand.

Step 4

Instruct the child to find each animal that is on the chart. You can also encourage them to learn the spelling of each animal.

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Supplies
Materials
Materials
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Safari Ltd® Good Luck Minis® Ocean Fun Pack

    Item # 10382706 
    Save 40% off One Regular Price Item with code 7242440- Exclusions apply See Details See Details
    Limit one coupon per product. Limit one coupon of each type per day. Limited to stock on hand. Void where prohibited. Valid only in Canada. EXCLUSIONS: Everyday Value program, clearance; buy & get items; custom framing; beverages & candy; books & magazines; classes; gift cards; craft technology machines; Cricut, Silhouette; Elf On The Shelf Storybook Sets; Lemax. Exclusions subject to change. See Team Member for details.
    $9.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Kinetic Sand™ Coloured Sand

    Item # 10630144 
    Save 40% off One Regular Price Item with code 7242440- Exclusions apply See Details See Details
    Limit one coupon per product. Limit one coupon of each type per day. Limited to stock on hand. Void where prohibited. Valid only in Canada. EXCLUSIONS: Everyday Value program, clearance; buy & get items; custom framing; beverages & candy; books & magazines; classes; gift cards; craft technology machines; Cricut, Silhouette; Elf On The Shelf Storybook Sets; Lemax. Exclusions subject to change. See Team Member for details.
    $21.99
    • Color: Blue
    • Size: 2 lbs
    • Color: Blue
    • Size: 2 lbs
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    • Color: Blue
    • Size: 2 lbs
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Safari Ltd® Good Luck Minis® Sea Life Fun Pack

    Item # 10632773 
    Save 40% off One Regular Price Item with code 7242440- Exclusions apply See Details See Details
    Limit one coupon per product. Limit one coupon of each type per day. Limited to stock on hand. Void where prohibited. Valid only in Canada. EXCLUSIONS: Everyday Value program, clearance; buy & get items; custom framing; beverages & candy; books & magazines; classes; gift cards; craft technology machines; Cricut, Silhouette; Elf On The Shelf Storybook Sets; Lemax. Exclusions subject to change. See Team Member for details.
    $9.99
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Plastic Pencil Box by Creatology™

    Item # 10668964 
    $1.99
    $2.99
    • Color: Blue
    • Size: 7.97" x 5.43" x 2.02"
    • Color: Blue
    • Size: 7.97" x 5.43" x 2.02"
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    • Color: Blue
    • Size: 7.97" x 5.43" x 2.02"
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You’ll Also Need
  • Computer
  • Printer
  • Household Double-Stick Tape
Instructions
Step 1

First, click here to download and print the chart, then trim it down to fit inside the lid.
TIP: The animal names in the chart match the animals in the fun packs. Feel free to choose your own animals or objects and create your own chart to fit inside the lid.

Step 2

Use double-stick tape to attach the chart to the inside of the lid.

Step 3

Fill the bottom of the pencil box with Kinetic Sand™, then add and bury the animals in the sand.

Step 4

Instruct the child to find each animal that is on the chart. You can also encourage them to learn the spelling of each animal.

Share your project photos with #MakeItWithMichaels

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