Age group: 18-40 months Duration of activity: 20 minutes Materials:

1 or more 20-ounce soda bottles Water Liquid dish detergent, or Cooking oil and food coloring, or Light corn syrup or clear shampoo or hair gel and small decorative items (such as sequins, buttons, or foil shapes)

Sensory bottles tend to have a very calming effect on young children. They love to shake them and roll them and watch the contents swirl around.