Weekend Make: Sensory Den

In our weekend makes for children, we explore different arts and crafts processes inspired by our collections. See what you can make.

In this session, perfect for Tots and SEND children, we will experiment with colour, sound and texture to produce an engaging sensory make.

Scroll down to see the materials you will need.

Suitable for children aged 2-5 years with their grown-ups.

This online session is free of charge, however, if you are able to consider making a donation, this will help us to continue to conserve our heritage and re-open our doors for future generations. All of your generous donations will be matched pound for pound by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. Donate here.

View the activity film below, subtitles are available.

Materials List

For this session, you will need:

• A large cardboard box OR smaller box (e.g. a shoe box)

• Scissors

• Tape

• A range of objects that could include:

  – Fabric or ribbons (could be T-shirts, socks etc.)

  – Household materials e.g. tin foil, baking paper, tissue paper, sponges, old CDs

  – Fairy lights, torches

  – Cardboard tubes and egg boxes

  – Cushions and blankets