Smelling Jars Fun Sensory Activity

This is so much fun, and kids loooove it. It's a great transition activity, since the children tend to naturally quiet down and sit together for this.

MATERIAL:

Prepare three or four smelling bottles (you can prepare pairs, for a matching activity, or singles).

The smelling substances (either dry, or liquid applied to a cotton ball) are placed in small muslin or cotton bags of two contrasting colors, one for each of a pair. These are placed inside air tight, transparent bottles.

A. Dry substances which can be used include any sweet smelling herbs, pot-pourri, dried lavender, lemon or orange

rind, coarsely ground coffee, and spices.

B. Liquid substances: pleasant smelling liquids are used. Example: Vanilla or other cooking essence, rose water, coffee essence, etc.

A few drops of a liquid are put on the cotton ball, which is then placed inside the cloth bag, and into the clear bottle.

Two bottles are prepared for each scent, using contrasting cloth bags.

PURPOSE:

To make the child aware of scent in the environment.

VOCABULARY:

The children can learn the names of the dried herbs or spices used.

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