I am always struggling to figure out what to do with my kids once they get back from school or that time between dinner and bed time. My kids tend to have a lot of energy especially right before bed. They are go go go... all the time. I will be the first to admit I don't like letting my kids do things that make a big mess. But my kids have mentioned a few times that at school they have tub of beans&rice they have played with for sensory skills. So I thought I might do my own version to help relax them.
So this is a DIY for making Lavender Rice for both calming them down and sensory skills. This is especially great to play with before bed. Enjoy!!
Get a zipbloc bag and scoop as much uncooked rice as you think you would need for your children. I used about 7 cups.
Then blend your red and blue food coloring dye in a separate bowl to make purple. This is obviously not necessary its just makes the rice look fun & pretty for the kids.
Mix well.
Either you can let it sit over night to dry or put it on a really low setting in your oven for a few minutes.
Once dry. Add your Lavender Essential Oil. I used a good 8-10 drops.
You could also add in lavender flower buds.
They will have so much fun playing & smelling the rice.
You can also substitute the Lavender for Eucalyptus, orange blossom, or another favorite essential oil.
Click here if you want to know more about what Lavender can do for you! Or email me if you have questions!
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