The Colours & Shapes Sensory Pad is a hands-on, interactive learning resource designed to engage young learners through tactile exploration, visual discovery, and purposeful play. Suitable for children aged 3 years and up, this versatile sensory pad allows educators to customise the experience by filling it with liquids such as water, gel, or shaving cream. Once filled, learners can guide colourful shapes through activities using their fingers, creating a calming and highly engaging sensory experience.
 
The pad includes 8 double-sided Activity Cards, offering a range of guided tasks that focus on recognising colours and shapes while encouraging controlled movement and precision. As learners press, slide, and manoeuvre the shapes through the liquid, they naturally build hand-eye coordination and fine motor control. The gentle weight of the filled pad provides comforting proprioceptive input, making it especially beneficial for those who benefit from calming, focused sensory input during the day.
 
Ideal for classroom use, the Colours & Shapes Sensory Pad supports sensory regulation while also reinforcing early learning concepts. It can be used independently, in small groups, or as part of a structured sensory station. The clear design allows learners to observe cause-and-effect as shapes move through different textures, supporting visual tracking and concentration. A built-in storage pocket keeps activity cards organised and ready for use, making it a practical and tidy addition to early learning environments.
This adaptable resource is perfect for sensory breaks, focused learning sessions, or quiet exploration, offering both calming and educational benefits in one thoughtfully designed tool.
Educational Benefits
Develops fine motor skills through controlled finger movements
Strengthens hand-eye coordination and visual tracking
Supports sensory regulation and sustained focus
Encourages shape and colour recognition through guided activities
Classroom & Play Activity Ideas
Use during sensory breaks to support calm and refocus
Set up a sensory station with different liquids to explore texture
Facilitate small group activities using the double-sided activity cards
Encourage learners to describe colours, shapes, and movement
Product Details
Suitable for ages: 3+ years
Includes 8 double-sided activity cards
Fillable sensory pad for use with water, gel, or shaving cream
Integrated storage pocket for easy organisation
Designed for repeated classroom use