Use kitchen ingredients like rice, couscous, flour or water to easily make these textured balloons for a fun sensory activity.
Have fun getting creative and seeing what fillers you can find lying around!
Who is this for?
This is a crafting activity for people who are deafblind or have complex disabilities.
Why does this make a difference?
This is a creative, sensory activity that helps people learn by using their senses to connect with their surroundings, exploring touch and different textures while supporting independent choice.
How to do this activity
What you’ll need
- A funnel
- A spoon
- Fillers for the balloons, like rice, flour, water, couscous and rice
- If you don’t have a balloon, a disposable rubber glove can work just as well
- Make a simple funnel by cutting the top off a plastic bottle
- These textured balloons can be re-used as a sensory aid in future games and workshops