There’s something about things you can squish, squeeze and mush. Sensory bags are one of our favorites, and the kids always have a blast.
This Christmas squishy bag is filled with sparkly green gel, jingle bells and tiny bows for kids to squeeze and search.
How to Make a Christmas Squishy Bag
Christmas Playdough Task Cards
Get the printableQuart or gallon freezer bags
Green aloe vera gel or clear hair gel
Small jingle bells
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Fill the bag
Add aloe gel and jingle bells until the bag is about three quarters full.
Add bows
Drop in the mini bows. Leave a little room so it’s easy to squish.
Seal it
Push out the air, zip it closed and tape all the edges with duct tape.
Double bag it
For little ones, slip it into a second bag for extra strength.
Squish
Squeeze, squish and search for the bells and bows.
Safety note
Jingle bells and bows are choking hazards, so tape every edge, double bag it and toss it if it starts to leak. Always supervise.
Ways to Play
- I spy: Swap the gel for shaving cream to make an I spy bag.
- Window play: Tape it to a window to see how light shines through.
- Count: How many bells can you find?
- Colors: Push all the red bows to one corner.
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Winter printables include
- Hands-on fine motor task cards
- Picture-based directions
- Instant PDF download, nothing is shipped
Perfect for
- Winter centers
- Preschool and kindergarten
- OT
- Indoor play days
Squishy Bag FAQ
Gel like aloe vera or hair gel plus small items to find, like jingle bells and bows.
Use freezer bags, push out the air, tape every edge and double bag it.
Babies and up, with close supervision.
Weeks, as long as the bag stays sealed.
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