Sometimes, finding the perfect toy is like embarking on a treasure hunt. You’re looking for something that will not only captivate your little one’s attention but also ignite their creativity, improve their motor skills, and maybe even sneak in a bit of learning.
Kinetic Sand is something that does all of the above and even guarantees hours of fun. If you haven’t already experienced it, you might be a little confused about the hype around this sand but trust me, it’s almost as fun for us parents as it is for the kids.
What is Kinetic Sand?
Kinetic Sand is much more than just colored sand you’d find in a sandbox or the beach. My kids actually hate each sand but love playing with the kinetic one. It’s this special sand is made from 98% sand and 2% polydimethylsiloxane. While the name polydimethylsiloxane might sound a little scary, it’s simply a type of silicone oil that gives the sand a fluid-like, almost doughy consistency.
What sets kinetic sand apart is its ability to hold shapes, allowing children to mold, sculpt, and slice through it with satisfying precision. It’s a great toy for 4 and 5+ year olds that can be played with both indoors and outdoors. But it’s not all fun kinetic sand is also a tactile experience that aids in the development of fine motor skills and encourages sensory exploration.
How Messy Does Kinetic Sand Actually Get?
One of the biggest concerns when it comes to any play material is the mess factor, especially when the play is happening indoors. Thankfully, due to its special properties kinetic sand only sticks to itself and not to hands, clothes, or your furniture.
We keep ours in a low plastic container so the kids can easily access it without making a mess on the floor or carpet.
While it’s all remarkably clean compared to traditional sand, it’s not completely mess-free, especially if your little architects get particularly creative and spill some particles outside of their building area. But even when this happens, stray grains are easy to gather as they clump together, making it simple to pick up or vacuum away.
Speaking of cleaning, we specifically have green, pink, and purple sand instead of a sandy-looking one. It’s easier to spot on the floor and vacuum quickly if needed 🙂
Best Kinetic Sand Toys
Ice Cream Treats Playset
This ice cream-themed set is great because you get a range of different colored sands included. Plus, since you can serve up a range of different “foods” with this Kinetic Sand kit, it’s the perfect addition to a kid’s play kitchen.
To make it even more authentic, each of the sands has different scents – something that is quite unique to this kit. You’ll have delicious treats to accompany your play tea set in no time!
Starter Kinetic Sand Sandbox Set
If you’re buying your child their very first Kinetic Sand kit, this is the best box to start with. Alongside a mountain of Kinetic Sand, you’ll get a nice large tray to contain the fun and a few different molds to get their imagination going.
This size is enough for two kids to play together (as long as they are good at sharing) and you can easily add to it as you purchase additional colors and molds.
Kinetic Sand Travel Kit
For those of you who travel often with your kids, this folding sandbox is perfect for keeping your little ones entertained on the go.
The case itself has fun shapes built in so you can easily create roads or bridges and you’ll also get a range of different molds and tools for building. When your kids have finished playing, you can easily fold it up without mess.
Sandisfactory Kinetic Sand Set
With a huge 4.5 lbs of sand and 5 different colors, this is the kit to get if you want to truly have endless hours of fun.
There are 10 different tools and molds, a large sandbox, backgrounds, and instructions to help your kids get started in the world of Kinetic Sand.
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