Create your own moon sand with this easy DIY recipe!
Perfect for sensory play, its soft, moldable, and safe for kids.
Fun and educational for all ages!
Skills Required: None.This is safe for any age and the children dont need any prior crafting experience.
Today Im so excited to share a fun (and science-y!)
project that both kids and adults will love:homemade moon sand.
If you havent heard of moon sand yet, youre in for a treat.
You only need two simple ingredients to start: cornstarch and coconut oil.
Ready to embark on a sensory adventure?
Lets explore why making this moon sand recipe is such a fantastic activity!
This fantastic sand has a unique, almost otherworldly feel.
Its also easy to clean up, and provides endless hours of imaginative play.
Kids can create anything from simple shapes to elaborate sandcastles right in the comfort of their own home.
Playing with moon sand can help children improve their fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and creativity.
One of the best things about this recipe is how it engages all the senses.
The soft texture is soothing to touch, and the gentle scent of coconut oil is calming.
Plus if you add a few drops of food coloring, the visual interest is hard to resist.
Making this sand is also an excellent educational opportunity.
It introduces basic concepts of measurement and mixing, which can spark an interest in science and cooking.
As kids measure out the cornstarch and coconut oil, theyre practicing math skills.
Not to mention, moon sand is a great way to encourage independent play.
Once its is ready, children can spend hours exploring and creating on their own.
This playtime is crucial for developing problem-solving skills and nurturing creativity.
And lets not forget the added bonus to parents of keeping kids busy.
Which isnt always easy when the children arebored.
Trust me that this one keeps them occupied!
Scroll down to find our easy-to-follow recipe and start creating your own batch of this amazing sensory play material.
Trust us, once you try it, youll be hooked!
Let the fun begin!
you might also substitute the coconut with vegetable oil, canola oil, and baby oil.
Ive seen people have success with all of those.
check that to choose something safe for children.
Note that food coloring is water based so it doesnt mix completely with the oil based sand.
Instead you will see dark and light areas where it colors the cornstarch.
I think youll like the effect!
Keep water away from your sand as it can dissolve the cornstarch and ruin the texture.
If water accidentally gets in, you may need to start over with a new batch.
Store your sand in an air-tight container to prevent it from drying out.
Mason jars, plastic storage containers with tight-fitting lids, or resealable ziplock bags work well.
