10 Fun Kids’ Bath Time Activities to Make Every Bath a Splash!
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Bath time can be a fun and engaging experience for kids, turning a daily routine into an exciting adventure. If you’re looking for creative ways to keep your child entertained while in the tub, try these 10 bath time activities that promote learning, sensory play, and imaginative fun.
1. Foam Letters & Numbers
Bring learning into the bath by introducing foam letters and numbers. These waterproof pieces stick to the bathtub walls when wet, making it easy for kids to practice spelling words, counting, or even making silly sentences. You can encourage them by playing games like “find the letter” or “spell your name.”
2. Glow Stick Bath
Turn bath time into a magical, glowing adventure by dropping glow sticks into the water. The dim light and bright colors create an exciting sensory experience that kids will love. For added fun, turn off the bathroom lights and let them splash around in their glowing bath.
You can usually grab glow sticks from dollar tree so this one won’t break the bank.
3. Bath Paints
Let your little artist create a masterpiece with homemade or store-bought bath paints. Use non-toxic, washable paint or make your own by mixing baby shampoo with food coloring. Provide brushes or let them use their fingers to draw on the tub wallsโclean-up is easy and part of the fun!
I find the Crayola finger bath paints in dollar tree all the time. Keep your eyes peeled in the kid’s hygiene section!
Let your little artist create a masterpiece with homemade or store-bought bath paints. Use non-toxic, washable paint or make your own by mixing baby shampoo with food coloring. Provide brushes or let them use their fingers to draw on the tub wallsโclean-up is easy and part of the fun!
4. Floating Toys & Boats
Provide your child with plastic boats or floating toys to encourage imaginative play. They can sail their boats across the tub, race them, or even create stories featuring their favorite characters. Adding small waterproof dolls or animal figures enhances the adventure.
5. Bubble Bath & Wands
Kids love bubbles, so why not add a little extra excitement with a bubble wand? Let them dip the wand into the bath bubbles and try blowing bubbles above the water. Itโs a great way to introduce sensory play while keeping them entertained.
6. Color-Changing Water
Make bath time exciting by using bath-safe color tablets to change the waterโs color. Kids love watching the water transform, and you can even mix colors to teach them about color combinations. Try making it a guessing gameโask your child what color they think will appear when two colors mix!
7. Sponge Water Play
Provide different-sized sponges for squeezing, soaking, and transferring water. This activity strengthens fine motor skills and introduces kids to the concept of absorption. Have them pretend they’re giving their toys a bath or let them squeeze the water onto their arms to feel the gentle sensation.
8. Bath Time Sink or Float Game
Encourage critical thinking by playing a sink or float game. Gather waterproof objects, such as rubber ducks, plastic cups, or toy cars, and ask your child to predict whether each object will sink or float before dropping it in the water. This simple game introduces basic science concepts in a fun way.
9. Pouring & Scooping Fun
Provide cups, ladles, and strainers for kids to pour, scoop, and transfer water. This activity enhances hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills while also promoting creativity.
You can even add bath-friendly foam balls or rubber ducks to create a water rescue mission.
10. Underwater Safari
Turn the bath into an ocean adventure by adding plastic sea creatures like fish, sharks, and turtles. Encourage your child to dive underwater with their hands and “rescue” the animals or group them by type. This activity promotes imaginative storytelling and sensory play.
Conclusion
Bath time doesnโt have to be just another routineโit can be a fun, interactive experience filled with learning and creativity. By incorporating these engaging bath time activities, youโll make every bath an exciting adventure your child looks forward to. So grab the bubbles, toys, and creativity, and turn your bathroom into a splash-worthy play zone!
Which one will you try first! I think the glow stick bath is going to be a blast!
Vanessa Rooney – LDS Mum
