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Fall Gardening Sensory Bin

This pumpkin patch gardening sensory bin supports fall sensory play as kids dig in dirt, plant pumpkin seeds, and harvest pumpkins using simple garden tools.
Print Recipe
Child holding mini pumpkin in pumpkin patch sensory bin for fall play

Ingredients

  • Potting soil or dirt
  • Faux vine leaves or artificial greenery
  • Toy shovel and rake
  • Real pumpkin seeds
  • Small fake pumpkins
  • Pumpkin seed packet

Instructions

  • Spread dirt evenly across the bin
  • Add vines on top of the soil
  • Bury pumpkin seeds throughout the bin
  • Partially bury pumpkins and leave some visible
  • Place garden tools and seed packet inside
  • Invite kids to dig, plant, and harvest during play

Notes

  • Add small pots for extra planting play
  • Change soil moisture for texture variety
  • Rotate pumpkins and vines to refresh interest