Sensory Play Donuts

Imaginary play with cooking is always fun and these donuts are a great way for you child to engage in messy sensory play while focusing on developing their sensory processing, direction following, problem solving, fine motor, and creative skills. 

Supplies: 

-Pool noodle

-Shaving cream

-Play knife/kid safe knife

-pom poms, glitter, sprinkles and any other decorative item that can be used to decorate the donuts

-Large bin or pan for easy clean up 

Directions: 

1. Cut up the pool noodle into 1" sections. If your child is old enough to handle a kid safe effectively and safely, then they may assist in this step. If not, then it is recommended that a parent completes this step before beginning the activity. 

2. Using a play knife, spread shaving cream over the top of each pool noodle piece. 

3. Add any decorative items to the top of the donuts to turn them into masterpieces!