We had so much fun with the artificial snow in our winter sensory bin and creating our easy snowman craft, that I just couldn’t wait to use the snow one more time!
This time around I used it in a simple do it yourself seek and find bag for Valentine’s Day.
Creating your own seek and find bag is super easy!
I used a zippered pencil bag I bought at the dollar store. You could also use a plastic zip lock bag and tape it securely onto a piece of cardboard so only one side is showing.
Next I selected several foam heart stickers from our Heart Sensory Bin. I secured the hearts to the side of the pencil case to serve as a guide of what to search for.
I found the matching hearts from the sticker bag and stuck them inside the bag.
Finally, I put several handfuls of artificial snow in the bag. Make sure it is not too full — you want to be able to shake the snow and find the hearts!
Tip: If you are worried that little ones may unzip the bag and make a mess, you can simple run a few stitches through the zipper pull or use some clear packing tape to keep them from opening the pencil case.
Once it’s complete you have a fun Valentine’s themed seek and find to take in the car, to doctor’s visits, or to church!
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Julia says
You are so full of fun ideas!
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OneMommy says
Thank you — I hope one day my kids remember some of the things we did when they were younger.
Heather says
Love your use of the pencil case…perfect for babies! I usually see ziplocs, this is a great and safer option for exploring!
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OneMommy says
It definitely makes the artificial snow and little pieces safer for young children — but I would still make sure to watch carefully. There are some who are just wizards when it comes to getting into things! 🙂
Can’t wait to read your toddler math post!
karen says
what a cute idea…thanks for sharing babe.
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anna m says
Great idea for a mess free fun activity! keep meaning to try something like this
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Donna DM Yates says
Nice. Fun idea and there’s plenty of things you can hide in there.
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Sarah @ Play 2 Learn with Sarah says
I’ve seen these before and always wanted to make it! Thanks for reminder…and for linking up at Kids in the Kitchen!
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Coombemill says
A great one for entertainment on the run
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Clarissa Hooper says
I’ve been wanting to make an I-spy bag for a while, this is a great way to do it! And I like the idea to use artificial snow (I’m sure I can find some of it on clearance right now!) 🙂
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OneMommy says
I think I paid 50 cents for ours. Super cheap and lots of fun so far! 🙂
Eva @ The Multitasking Mummy says
A very clever idea!
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