How to Create an Indoor Sandbox
Many children enjoy sandboxes, but they can only play in them during the warm summer and spring months. Indoor sandboxes can be made with simple household items and can entertain children during winter and fall months and cold or rainy weather.
Items Needed:
- Large plastic box with lid
- Rice
- Pasta
- Small toys
- Locate a large plastic box that is between 6 to 8 inches deep. It should have a lid.
- Place a large tarp or rug underneath the sandbox. This helps catch any rice or pasta that comes out and makes cleanup easier.
- Fill the plastic box three-fourths of the way up with uncooked rice or pasta. You can add several different shapes of pasta to make it more fun for the kids.
- Purchase several small toys such as buckets and shovels. Many toys that are commonly used in outdoor sandboxes can also be used for indoor sandboxes. You can also gather small household items like spoons, cups and bowls.
- Keep the lid on the sandbox when it is not being used. The pasta and rice may attract rodents or bugs. If you notice bug or rodent droppings inside the sandbox, remove the rice or pasta and refill the sandbox with new rice or pasta.
- Do not allow children to bring drinks in or around the sandbox. If the pasta or rice becomes wet, it will get soft and will need to be replaced before the sandbox can be used.