Last Updated on September 22, 2024 by ellen
If you’re wondering how to create a sunken treasure discovery bottle, check out this pirate sensory bottle. Make one today for the kids.
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Pirate Sensory Bottle
Becoming a pirate can be a fun daydream for many kids. And, if you have a child that loves pirates, you should check out The Great Pirate Rescue.
If you’re looking for pirate activities for preschool, a sensory bottle is a fun craft and activity. They are relatively simple to make. And, your toddler can easily help you.
Once you have made the bottle, it will provide your child with hours of fun as they search for hidden treasures inside the swirling water.
Check out these fun pirate activities for kids.
What is a sensory bottle?
A sensory bottle or calm bottle is a bottle that contains things like glitter, water, or sand that entertain children by watching them move.
This slow movement helps to calm children down and keep them busy. They are frequently used with children as a way to help them drift off to sleep or to keep them entertained quietly. There are many benefits of sensory play.
Materials needed
You will need a few simple things to make this pirate sensory bottle.
- 1 (16 ounces) plastic storage/sensory bottle
- 2 to 3 (6 ounce) bottles Elmer’s Glue in clear
- About 1 cup of warm water
- About 1 tablespoon gold sequins
What goes in a sensory bottle?
Because this is a pirate sensory bottle, I’ve tried to stick to things that have to do with pirates’ gold and treasure. The aquarium gems could be real gemstones. And, the gold sequins could be pieces of eight or Spanish doubloons. Gold glitter would look fun as well.
You will also need to add some sort of liquid. Some people use corn syrup. This DIY sensory bottle uses clear Elmer’s glue and water.
If you want to make this a pirate science experiment, you can always add oil and water to turn it into a discussion about why they don’t mix.
What can I use instead of a sensory bottle?
It’s important that your pirate sensory bottle be sealed tightly so it doesn’t open up. And, it’s important that it won’t break.
For that reason, they make special bottles that are intended just for that reason.
But, if you don’t have one on hand, some people use plastic soda bottles. It’s vital that you make sure to glue the lid shut so that it doesn’t open.
If you’d rather not make your own, there are several different sensory kits at Walmart you can buy.
More calm bottle ideas
There are lots of different things that you can put into a calm bottle. This ocean animal sensory bottle includes animals that you might find in the ocean.
Or, your child may enjoy a rainbow calm down jar to explore the different colors. A dinosaur sensory bottle is fun for your little prehistoric fan.
Why not encourage your space explorer with a galaxy sensory bottle?
How to make a pirate sensory bottle
- Empty one bottle of glue into the bottle.
- Fill the empty glue bottle about half full with warm water (about ¼ cup) and seal with the lid. Shake well to combine the remaining glue with the water. Pour into jar with glue and shake or stir to combine.
- If you are adding glitter or toys, add part of the glitter and toys into the glue mixture.
- Seal the jar and shake well. If the glitter or confetti does not move easily, add more warm water. If the glitter or confetti moves too quickly, add additional glue. Continue adding in layers with the glitter and toys until you achieve your desired effect.
- When the contents of the bottle move according to your preference, seal the bottle and glue the lid closed to avoid spills.
- If desired, cover the lid with duct tape or additional decorations.
If you enjoyed this Pirate Sensory Bottle, you might want to learn more about pirate science by making this fun telescope from toilet paper rolls.
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Pirate Sensory Bottle
If you're wondering how to create a sunken treasure discovery bottle, check out this pirate sensory bottle. Make one today for the kids.
Materials
- 1 (16 ounces) plastic storage/sensory bottle
- 2 to 3 (6 ounce) bottles Elmer’s Glue in clear
- About 1 cup of warm water
- About 1 tablespoon gold sequins
- Aquarium gems
Tools
- none
Instructions
- Empty one bottle of glue into the bottle.
- Fill the empty glue bottle about half full with warm water (about ¼ cup) and seal with the lid. Shake well to combine the remaining glue with the water. Pour into jar with glue and shake or stir to combine.
- If you are adding glitter or toys, add part of the glitter and toys into the glue mixture.
- Seal the jar and shake well. If the glitter or confetti does not move easily, add more warm water. If the glitter or confetti moves too quickly, add additional glue. Continue adding in layers with the glitter and toys until you achieve your desired effect.
- When the contents of the bottle move according to your preference, seal the bottle and glue the lid closed to avoid spills.
- If desired, cover the lid with duct tape or additional decorations.
Ellen is a mom of a 25-year-old son and 30-year-old daughter. She is Grandma to one adorable toddler. In what little spare time she has, she loves to read, watch movies, and check out the latest toys and games.