Owen's Bean Basket

Through some of Owen's therapy we were introduced to plastic boxes full of fun things like rice, beans, even water-soaked floral beads (I really want to try this one!).  In an effort to give Owen more of what he gets with his therapists, and simply because it's just plain fun...I bought some pinto beans at the store the other day.

If your kids aren't huge fans of squishy/stranger textures, this can be a way to help expose them and make it fun. I.E. exactly why Owen started down this path in the first place!  It's a simple project and lots of fun!  Owen asks for his basket everytime we go upstairs to the playroom! BEANS Momma!

All you need is a container (you can purchase any cheap plastic storage tote in a size you like). I used a basket since those happen to be plentiful around my house.

Add beans, race cars, farm animals, measuring cups. Whatever floats your boat. Our bean basket and it's favorite side-kick are pictured below.