Sand castle bin

A bin of damp sand and kitchen molds for flipping castles at home.

LevelBeginner

AgesAges 18 months to 3

Time30 minutes

Cost$5 to $8

Summer Outdoors

What you'll need

Materials

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10 pounds washed play sandFind it →
Water

Tools

Large bin with lidFind it →
Cups, bowls, muffin tinFind it →
Spray bottleFind it →

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How to make it

Safety

Sand in eyes stings. Teach no throwing and keep it below face level.

1
Fill the bin
Pour the sand in.
2
Wet it
Spray it until it holds a shape when squeezed.
3
Pack a cup
Show your toddler how to pack sand in a cup.
4
Flip it
Flip it upside down and lift. Castle.
5
Smash it
Let them knock it down and do it again.
6
Cover it
Put the lid on so cats stay out.

Edie's tip

Use washed play sand, not builder's sand. It's cleaner and softer.

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