# Dig in a sandbox

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Last updated: 2026-10-12T19:22:46.747Z

Sit with your child beside a sandbox and give them a scoop, a cup, and a bucket\. Fill, tip, pat, and pour, and notice how dry sand and damp sand behave differently\.

## Activity facts

- Age range: 1–3 years
- Duration: 20 min
- Location: Outside
- Category: Outdoors
- Type: Activity

## Why it matters

Pouring and shaping sand teaches how materials move and gives plenty of practice with scooping and tipping\.

## Benefit

Sensory exploration

## Materials

- Scoop
- Cup
- Bucket

## Safety note

Pick a shaded spot or use sun protection, and check the sand for sharp objects and animal mess before play\. Use a sandbox that is covered when not in use, stay within arm's reach, stop your child eating the sand, and wash hands afterward\.