57 Sensory Bin Ideas Ebook
A whole year of sensory bins, organized by season and theme.
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Good morning! Boots off, let’s have some fun!
Kids can do more than we give them credit for.
Play-based ideas, sensory bin know-how and hands-on workshops for early childhood educators and families, from a licensed dayhome educator with 15+ years of messy, child-led play.
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The Sensory Bin & Loose Parts Starter Kit
Two of my most-loved guides, bundled into one gift:
- Loose Parts Hiding in Your Home: turn your junk drawer, recycling bin and kitchen cupboards into hours of open-ended play
- The Sensory Play Materials Checklist: every base, filler and tool you need to build a bin, without the overwhelm
Yes, it might get a little messy. That's kind of the point.
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Hang up your coat. Which cubby is yours?
Our DayhomeWHERE EVERY MORNING STARTS WITH A BIG WELCOMEFor Ardrossan and Strathcona County families looking for loving, play-based care.Peek Inside →Play ResourcesREAL-LIFE PLAY, NO PINTEREST-PERFECT REQUIREDFor educators and parents who want simple, seasonal play ideas that actually work.Shop Resources →WorkshopsBEYOND THE BINFor educators and families ready to make sensory bins less messy, less pricey and way more fun.Learn More →Work With MePODCASTS · SPEAKING · PARTNERSHIPSFor podcasts, brands and fellow educators who want a passionate voice for play.Let's Connect →
PLAY RESOURCES
Grab-and-go play, straight from my dayhome
Every resource is tested by six very honest little reviewers.
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CAPABLE LEARNERS DAYHOME · ARDROSSAN, AB
A home full of mud, laughter and big morning hugs
Capable Learners Dayhome is a licensed, play-based program run right out of my home. Six little ones, all five and under, spend their days following their curiosity: building sensory bins, splashing in puddles, bundling up for snowy adventures and getting plenty messy. Every child gets a big welcome at the door each morning, and every family becomes part of our circle.
- Licensed
- Monday to Thursday
- Six children, five and under
- Child-led and play-based
- Outside in all four seasons
- Daily updates and photos
We're full right now, but our waitlist is always open!
Join the WaitlistFill out the quick form and our Family Handbook (policies, daily rhythm and the philosophy behind our play) lands in your inbox.
"They walk right in."
My kids love it there. They often walk right in to begin playing immediately.
Kayla genuinely cares for her dayhome kids, and I trust her abilities and judgement completely.
When my son took an interest in trains, Kayla signed out library books about trains for him to look at. We love seeing the kids come home with full cups and lots to say about the day.
A dayhome parent of 2.5 years
LEARN & GROW WITH KAYLA
Bringing more play to more children
After 15+ years in childcare, from preschools and inclusive classrooms to out-of-school care and my own dayhome, I love helping the grown-ups too.
Work With Me
Been there, done that (and loved it):Podcast guestSummit speakerBeyond the Bin, in personBeyond the Bin, on Zoom
SUMMIT SPEAKER
- Camp Renegade Summit with Kristen Day
- The Everything ECE Summit with Carla Ward
PODCAST GUEST
- Honoring Childhood: The Podcast with Samuel Broaden (twice!), All About the Sensory Bin
- The Forgotten ECE with Jamie, 57 Sensory Bin Ideas for Engaging Play
- The Educator's Table with Vicky & Emily, Educator Characters & Dayhome Life (recorded live!)
- IPA USA Porch Play Chat with Debra Lawrence, Beyond the Bin
WORKSHOPS
- In-person and virtual workshops in collaboration with the Alberta Dayhome Support Network
PD SESSIONS
Virtual or in-person professional development for your educators and staff, with Beyond the Bin and more.
PODCASTS
Real talk about play, mess and in-home childcare, as a guest on your show.
SUMMITS
Speaking at virtual and in-person summits and conferences for early childhood professionals.
COLLABORATIONS
Partnering with organizations, programs and brands that believe in play.
SLEEVES-UP SESSIONS
One-on-one coaching for educators, on Zoom or in person. Bring your ideas, your struggles and your questions, and we'll work through them together.
Let's Connect
Booking PD for your team, inviting me on your podcast or summit, or dreaming up a collaboration? Tell me a little about it and I'll get back to you.
Tell me who you are, what you have in mind and when. It takes about two minutes, and every message comes straight to me.
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HI, I'M KAYLA
Educator. Mom. Professional mess-maker.
I've spent over 15 years with young children, in preschools, inclusive classrooms, out-of-school care and as a nanny. When my youngest daughter was nine months old, I opened my own dayhome so I could stay home with my two girls and run a program built on what I believe: kids are capable. In 2023, Capable Learners grew to support educators and families everywhere. And no, I'm not a babysitter. I'm an educator, nurse, chef, social worker and feelings coach, usually all before lunch.
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