TLT's Classroom Favorites

Where did you get this from?!

I often get asked where I find my sensory and classroom materials. So I have put together a collection of my go-to tools. These are items I personally use in my workshops and classrooms to support regulation, connection, and belonging.

I use a mix of Amazon, Target, and other easy-to-find items.

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Note to teachers:

Keep in Mind 💡

Consider what your little learners are interested in and engaged by
Some children may become upset if they cannot keep certain items
Always choose materials that are developmentally appropriate

🛒The items shared here are generally best suited for children ages 3 and up

💛 Keep it simple! Sensory play doesn’t have to be complicated to be meaningful.

💛 What I’ve listed and linked here may not be the right fit for you and your learners, and that’s okay. These are simply ideas and starting points.

💛 Use what works best for your classroom and your students.

🛒 Tip: Don’t forget to check places like dollar stores for seasonal sections (like Target’s dollar spot) for affordable, themed sensory items throughout the year.

Sensory Bottles & Bins

Sensory Bottles

Sensory bottles can be created using both dry or liquid materials, depending on your classroom needs and preferences.

Some simple options include:

Sand
Rice This is for colored rice. White or brown rice will be cheaper from Target
Solution
Bubbles I would also check the $1 store

There are many different ways to create sensory bottles. These are just a few ideas to get you started.

Keep in Mind 💡

You can create both dry bottles and liquid (wet) bottles
Be mindful of what materials you include, especially for younger learners
Always ensure bottles are securely sealed when using liquid

For we bottles:

DO NOT FILL BOTTLES ALL THE WAY TO THE TOP! Leave some room so it doesn't leak.
Change out the water every few months to prevent mold or buildup
Avoid adding materials that may break down or spoil over time
Check bottles regularly for cleanliness and safety

🛒 Fillers (wet or dry)

Glitter (W/D)
Googly eyes (W/D)
Beads (W/D)
Letter Beads (W/D)
Slinkies (W/D)
Mini Balls (W)
Mini Balls 2 (W)
Pasta (D)
Sensory Bottle Kit
Bottles 4oz
Bottles 8oz

Sensory Bins

Sensory Bottles

💡Dry Materials Only!

I recommend using these bins only for dry sensory materials.

Some simple options include:

Sand
Colored Sand (you can add a little to the regular sand)
Rice This is for colored rice. White or brown rice will be cheaper from Target
Hay Check the $1 store during fall.
Other dry fillers based on your classroom needs

There are many different options you can use for dry bins. These are just a starting point.

Bins: I usually get plastic pencil boxes. I generally get them during the summer from Target when they are having all their different back to school sales, you can get really great deals on them.

Fillers:

Glitter
Beads
Letter Beads
Popsicle Sticks
Cars Also check the $1 store.
Assorted fillers The nice thing with something like this is that you can use some for dry in the bins or liquid in the bottles.
Assorted fillers 2 However, downside to these are sometimes there are just items you have to take out because they wont work in either or going to cause issues.
Bug set
Animal set

🤝 Hands-On Connection Activities 🤝

These activities are not just about keeping children busy, they are about creating shared moments of connection, communication, and belonging.

💡 Simple Ideas to Try:

Friendship bracelets or small creation projects
Collaborative art (creating one piece together)
Coloring side-by-side with children
Making something for a friend or classmate
Partner or group building activities

💛 These moments don’t need to be planned perfectly. Often, the most meaningful connections happen when we:

slow down
join in
and simply be present

✨ They’re not asking you to play, they’re asking you to connect.

TLT's Classroom Favorites

Where did you get this from?!

Note to teachers:

Sensory Bottles & Bins

Sensory Bottles

Sensory Bottles

Sensory Bottles

Sensory Bins

Sensory Bottles

Sensory Bottles

🤝 Hands-On Connection Activities 🤝

💡 Simple Ideas to Try:

Friendship Bracelets

Making Something for a Friend

Making Something for a Friend

Making Something for a Friend

Making Something for a Friend

Making Something for a Friend

Collaborative/ Partner

Making Something for a Friend

Collaborative/ Partner

✏️ Teacher Engagement Tools ✏️

Writing

Coloring/Highlight

Coloring/Highlight

Coloring/Highlight

Coloring/Highlight

Coloring/Highlight

Coloring and Post-its

Coloring and Post-its

Coloring and Post-its

Gold Star

Coloring and Post-its

Coloring and Post-its

TLT's Classroom Favorites

Where did you get this from?!

Note to teachers:

Sensory Bottles & Bins

Sensory Bottles

Sensory Bottles

Sensory Bottles

Sensory Bins

Sensory Bottles

Sensory Bottles

🤝 Hands-On Connection Activities 🤝

💡 Simple Ideas to Try:

Friendship Bracelets

Making Something for a Friend

Making Something for a Friend

Making Something for a Friend

Making Something for a Friend

Making Something for a Friend

Collaborative/ Partner

Making Something for a Friend

Collaborative/ Partner

✏️ Teacher Engagement Tools ✏️

Writing

Coloring/Highlight

Coloring/Highlight

Coloring/Highlight

Coloring/Highlight

Coloring/Highlight

Coloring and Post-its

Coloring and Post-its

Coloring and Post-its

Gold Star

Coloring and Post-its

Coloring and Post-its

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