Plasticine sand for children

A rich selection of masses for sculpting caters to any kid. One of the unusual representatives is kinetic sand. Gives a year-round sensation of the warmth of the sand, while not smearing and does not lose properties. Its flowability and softness enhance tactile contact and give a pleasant feeling, for a long time enticing the child. It has a lot of positive qualities, so the demand for it is getting higher.

Kinetic sand has a second name - alive. This is an unusual mass for modeling, having the form of sand and properties of clay. It has a pleasant viscous consistency and plastic qualities. It does not dry and does not stain the surface. This sand is also convenient when cleaning. If it falls apart, then its interesting texture will fully collect it, as sand grains are tightly fastened together and do not scatter on the surface.

The birthplace of this interesting species is South Korea. Although today the production is widespread.

Pros:

• The natural composition ensures hypoallergenic product.
• Does not dry out and has the appearance of wet sand. And in case of accidental wetting, it dries out and remains with the same properties.
• Colors can be mixed together.
• Develops fine motor skills, and at the same time thinking.
• It has soothing properties, which reduces excitability.
• Durable.

Minuses:

• When you first open the package has an unpleasant odor. But over time, it passes.
• It is impossible to build large volumetric figures because of the consistency, the figures fall apart.
• Figures can not be saved for a long time, the sand crumbles. However, if you firmly tamp the mass in the mold, the toy can withstand up to several hours.
• It is mixed with garbage, which is inconvenient to remove. It is important to monitor the cleanliness of the surface.
• It will not be possible to pour and sift.
• Without a special pallet will scatter throughout the table.

Crushed shell rock and natural organic oils - everything that should be in the composition natural live sand. Natural material is calcined and added to it. polymers and dyes. The ratio of the components - 98% to 2% or 90% to 10% for greater viscosity. Due to this composition, various pathogenic microorganisms that are dangerous for the child’s body cannot start in the mixture. This fact is confirmed by laboratory tests.

Different components are used for different types, but manufacturers guarantee the naturalness and safety of their product.

And for greater effect in the sand add a variety of flavors - wild berries, fruits. When buying better to refrain from themotherwise, the child will pull everything into his mouth and inhale the scent, which is dangerous, since the grains of sand are small.

The characteristics of each species will make it clear how they differ, and will help make a choice in favor of the necessary material:

• Kinetic - natural composition and environmental friendliness win the hearts of the users - 98% - undivided natural sand and 2% - silicone additive (E990) for bonding and viscosity. Non-drying and non-hardening material, free-flowing, has the color of natural sand. Homeland - Sweden.

• Space - the main component of the quartz purified sand (98%) and the additive - polymer (2%). Does not dry, but the water is harmful to him. But after drying retains its properties. Plastic and stretchable, which means long-lasting shape.It has a diverse range of colors - natural sand is diluted with a lot of the most daring bright colors. Place of manufacture - Russia.

• Lunar - quartz powder mixed with color schemes are the basis of sand. Viscous. Dries in the air and is not reanimated by water. The second name is wax.

• "Living" - sand from the shell rock and polymers. Does not dry. It is better to store in a slightly opened container, as there is a musty smell. Able to maintain a given form for a long time. A weak spot - after playing with it, there is a feeling of flour on the hands, which dries the skin.

• Toy rainbow mass for modeling - has a dense soft texture and consists of small grains of sand, which is the key to long form retention. Minus - quick-drying, that is, it is important to monitor the weight and not leave for a long time in open containers.

• Game sets contain a lot of molds. The simplest are geometric figures, numbers, letters, flowers. Three-dimensional images - animals, cartoon fragments, glades. Chamfers with contours inside, in the form of bricks, boards, windows. You can create locks and whole paintings on a sand canvas.

The color range for kinetic sand is diverse due to various natural dyes. You can buy both a neutral natural color and a multi-colored set. The kit may include several different colors in small jars.

There is almost no age limit for this fun game. It is suitable even for one-year-olds - the sand can be crushed and sorted in handles, laid out in forms. The most important condition is everything must happen under the supervision of parents. But the age ceiling does not exist. Even for adults, this occupation brings a lot of positive emotions. If it is difficult for kids to carry out tasks and instructions, then older children - from three years old, can be given tasks during the game process.

Sand mass pleasantly fits in the hand, giving the feeling of a crumb, which can be given any shape. But despite this, you should consider some of the nuances:

• To sculpt it was convenient and without large losses of sand mass, you should purchase a special tray or a tray for modeling. In many game sets it is available. If you do not have anything at hand, then fit a large sheet of paper.
• Warn the child that different colors of sand have the ability to mix. If he wants to get a new color, then let him work with a small amount of sand. If you do not want to mix anything, then you need to work with each color consistently.
• Start easy - let your child feel the structure of the new game material for him. Let him feel, touch, pour, that is, he will study the properties and abilities of the sand. Play the game "Bugs" - the child fingers over the sand, catching up with the fingers of an adult. A great way to develop fine motor skills and effects on speech apparatus.

• For ease of modeling in the form provided various molds. Filling their child will get a drawing in the sand, three-dimensional figures. The main rule is to firmly tamp the mass, otherwise everything will fall apart.
• If the kid wants to make shapes, then it is best to use lunar or live sand, as they better keep their shape.
• Painting on a sandy surface can also be an interesting activity. Sprinkle sand and lightly pressed to the surface. You can draw on it with a pencil or a wand. Good for cutting with a knife.

The game range is varied, you just need to show imagination. Then, playing, the child will learn about the world and learn new things:

• Create prints. On the sand mass according to the principle of printing, we put different figures, dies, we create drawings from fingerprints and various molds.
• Cut. Using a toy knife or just a chopstick from a popsicle, we teach the child to distinguish such concepts as “equal”, “more”, “less”. To do this, you can make the cut shapes or just roll the roller and cut it into pieces.
• We form. The first step to the study of geometric shapes. You can create them simply by fashioning, or with the help of forms, shapes from a sorter or molds for cookies.

• Cooking. We are playing a role-playing game with a child, where he is a cook or pastry chef and creates treats for you. Do not forget that finished products can be decorated with beads, threads, ribbons and other elements.
• Build. Create a city of sand castles. The ready forms with chamfers and auxiliary elements in the form of jars, boxes will help in this. To populate the resulting structure will help toys from Kinder Surprise or Lego heroes.

• We are investigating. On the sand mass we leave traces of various objects, toy animals. The task of the child is to guess whose traces it is. Develop memory, logic, ability to compare. You can complicate the task by removing objects whose tracks are on the sand. Pre-best practice.
• Compete. Playing with the child in the game "Who is faster? "," Who is higher? "," Who is more beautiful? ". An interesting variety - we bury small beads or toys in the sand. The kid should find as many hidden items as possible.

• We draw. Drawing on the surface is very easy and interesting. Suggest to create a joint drawing. Or let the child draw something of his own, then close his eyes, and you will add a new element or remove something from the picture, and the baby will look for differences. You can create a 3D picture using molds, connecting them into different semantic pictures.
• We mix. Helps the child to combine colors and understand the principle of color mixing. We combine a small amount of sand of different colors to obtain a one-color mass. Help the child by offering beautiful color combinations, otherwise, having gotten a dirty and unpleasant color, the kid will lose all desire for such a game, and the spoiled sand will fall into the trash can.

• We learn. Sand mass is suitable for the study of letters and numbers. You can write or form letters on it. Touching on several mental mechanisms, the child will quickly memorize and master the new material. For example, when learning letters and numbers, offer to create them from sand and draw a suitable picture for them, or hide the finished letter in the sand together with others, and the child must find the necessary one.

Storage rules for live sand vary by species.

Kinetic sand does not require special rules for storage. The only thing you need to close the sand - dust protection. It does not absorb odors, is not afraid of moisture and the sun. The space counterpart is close in its properties, therefore it can also be stored in an open package.

Live sand is much more fastidious and fragile. He is afraid of the sun - dries up, and moisture - dissolves. Store in ajar container to avoid suffocating odor. They can not play on paper or fabric, as the material loses its properties.

The same fragile look - moon sand. It dries in the air. Therefore, it can only be stored in a sealed package.

Despite the fact that most of the sand games can be kept unclosed, it is better to accustom the child to order and cover the containers with sand. This does not hurt, and will force the child to clean his workplace.

Discover the most popular:

• Kinetic Sand. It has a lot of colors. Natural sand, bright red, blue, lettuce will allow you to create many interesting elements. The set has many weight categories, both individual colors, and a set of molds and trays. Price from 900 rubles.

• Lep. Domestic brand. It has different variations. The simplest is the color of sea sand in a pack of 500 grams. Minus - no additional molds. Hence the price of 350 rubles per jar.This company has an interesting option - thermochromic sand. It changes color due to the heat of the baby’s palm. Therefore, its price is higher - from 600 rubles.

• Cosmic kinetic sand. A wide selection of colors and sets with molds. Attractive and the price - for 500 grams of one-color sand you pay from 295 rubles. Plastic and safe.

• Spin Master. The pleasant structure of the material and the bright color range attract attention. A minimum of colors in a set is two. There are sets with lots of flowers and molds. High quality is high and in price - from 1400 rubles.

• Live sand Standard / Light / Relax. Material with a light texture. It has one color with different weight categories - 500, 750 and 1500 grams. Additionally, there are molds. The price of live sand is higher than its counterparts - you will have to pay per kilo from 1300 rubles.

• Moon sand - moon representative. It has many colors. Sold one at a time, and in a set in the form of a small suitcase. It has variations with toys inside - mini-excavators, dishes. From 300 rubles for one color.

• Abtoys "Cooking desserts." Rainbow mass for modeling. It has many colors and molds. Price from 500 rubles for the smallest set.

• Waba Fun. A major producer of kinetic sand. It has many types of composition and colors with different configurations. Engaged in the manufacture of flavored options. Prices vary depending on the weight and color range (from 200 rubles).

It is worth noting that prices from Russian manufacturers are significantly lower than those of foreign firms.

Plasticine sand is an interesting form for modeling. Children like her flowability and pleasant sensations in her hand. Due to its natural composition, it is completely safe and suitable for even the smallest. Parents are happy that they can give the child a summer feeling of playing in the sandbox at any time of year and weather.

How to make a kinetic sand do it yourself, see the next video.