How to Dye Rice for Sensory Play Colored Rice

Need a  how to dye rice sensory play recipe! We have it! Colored rice is an awesome sensory bin filler and one of our top 10 favorites! Beautiful colored rice for sensory play is quick and easy to do for same day play. Our simple how to dye rice for sensory play recipe makes beautiful colors for whatever theme you choose. Also make sure to check out our Ultimate Sensory Play Guide for great ways to use your colored rice and more!

A How to Dye Rice Sensory Play Recipe

EASY AND QUICK COLORED RICE IN NO TIME!

Our How to Dye Rice Sensory Play Recipe:

This how to dye rice for sensory play recipe is that simple! Looking to dye salt and pasta too? Check here for coloring other materials

1. Measure 1 Cup of  Rice into a container
2. Add 1 Teaspoon of Vinegar
3. Add as much food coloring as desired (deeper color= more food coloring)
4. Cover and SHAKE vigorously for a minute or two
5. Check to see if it’s coated well!
6. Spread on paper towel or plate to dry

These should all be dry in an hour if you stick to the one cup per paper towel. I find the color is distributed the best this way too. For many sensory bins I have made graded shades of colors for a fun twist. This has also allowed me to experiment with how much food coloring to use to achieve desired shades! Check out our LEMON SCENTED RICE or our SPRING GREEN RICE SENSORY BIN to check out the graded shades for each one. Why not make a whole rainbow too!

Take a look at the great colors….

Check out the beautiful ways to use colored rice! I hope we have inspired you to try our quick and easy method for coloring sensory play materials. It really is simple and provides tons of awesome play for your child. The benefits of sensory play are numerous! Quick Tip: Store fillers in gallon zip lock bags when finished and reuse often! A beautiful bin of pink and red rice for Valentine’s Day also makes a great candy cane themed rice bin for Christmas!

A SIMPLE HOW TO DYE RICE SENSORY PLAY IDEA

We challenged ourselves to one bag of rice for 10 different bins! {click on photo}