Theme · Ages 2+ · Toddler

Sensory Fun

Messy play. Tiny hands. Big joy.

A sensory-first art experience designed for toddlers. Finger painting, sensory bins, color exploration, and tactile play — all in one calm, photo-worthy setup. No pressure to make a “finished” anything. Just play, exploration, and a take-home creation that captures the moment.

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Why sensory for toddlers

You can't run a structured painting class for a 2-year-old. Their attention spans, motor skills, and developmental needs are completely different from a 6-year-old. So we don't try.

Instead, we set up stations and let toddlers move between them. There's gentle guidance, but the focus is on sensory exploration, not producing a finished piece. This is process art — backed by real developmental science. Elena's Master's in Art Education means activities are designed around what toddlers' brains and hands actually need at this age, not just what looks cute on Instagram.

The stations

A typical Sensory Fun party rotates through 4–5 of these stations:

Finger Painting

Washable, non-toxic paints. Big paper. Toddler-safe.

Sensory Bins

Rice, beans, kinetic sand, or water beads. With scoops and cups.

Color Mixing

Squeeze bottles, droppers, watching colors blend. Toddlers are mesmerized.

Nature Prints

Leaves, flowers, sponges dipped in paint. Pressed onto paper.

Sticker Collage

Texture-rich stickers and shapes on big paper. For kids not ready for paint.

Edible Sensory (younger toddlers)

Cooked spaghetti, yogurt paint, edible play dough. Safe if it ends up in the mouth.

What's included

All sensory and art supplies (non-toxic, washable, toddler-safe)
Drop cloths covering everything (your floors will be fine)
Toddler-sized smocks for every kid
4–5 rotating stations
Setup, instruction, and complete cleanup
Take-home creations (finger paintings, sensory crafts)
“Artist of the Day” crown for the birthday kid

The party experience

Toddler parties are shorter and more fluid than older-kid parties. Most run 75–90 minutes max — toddler attention spans dictate the format.

Time	What happens
0:00 – 0:15	Arrival, free play with the first station
0:15 – 0:45	Rotation through stations (kids self-direct)
0:45 – 1:00	Snack/water break
1:00 – 1:15	Final station + take-home prep
1:15 – 1:30	Birthday song, photos, hugs

What parents love

The cleanup.The #1 reason parents book this theme. Toddler sensory play at home means a 2-hour cleanup. We handle all of it.
The pacing.No structured “everyone do the same thing right now” pressure. Toddlers move at their own pace, which is the only pace that works at this age.
The aesthetic.The setup looks beautiful in photos. Every parent leaves with phone-camera-roll content.
The calm.Despite being messy, the energy is calm and focused. We don't crank loud music or play games that wind kids up.

Frequently asked questions

Will my toddler actually participate?

Maybe, maybe not. Some toddlers dive in immediately. Others watch for 20 minutes before joining. Both are normal. We don't force participation.

Are the materials safe if my kid eats them?

All paints are non-toxic and washable. For the youngest toddlers (2 and under), we offer edible-only stations. Let us know about any allergies.

Can we host in our apartment?

Yes. We bring drop cloths and cover everything. We've done sensory parties in studio apartments. Your floors will be fine.

What about clothes?

Plan on toddlers getting messy. Smocks help but aren't bulletproof. Have them in clothes that can take a stain.

What's the smallest party size?

We can do this for as few as 4 toddlers. Below that, look at our Mommy & Me sessions instead.

Is this part of standard pricing?

Yes — Sensory Fun is available in all three pricing tiers (Mini Artist / Little Studio / Masterpiece Party).

Book a Sensory Fun party

Tell us your toddler's age, party date, and how many kids you're expecting.

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Or reach out directly: elenamarmolbaena@gmail.com · (747) 329-0774