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In a recent study conducted by Dr. Cheryl Ann Chase-Carmichael, PhD [Psychology, University of Toledo (OH)], children preferred to play with colored sand over non-colored play sand.  In fact, the study showed that the children played significantly longer with the colored sand than with the non-colored sand. 

“The children throughout the study overwhelmingly preferred to play with colored sand instead of non-colored sand,” said Chase-Carmichael.  “Through play with sand, children begin to learn certain scientific and mathematical concepts, and they strengthen their problem-solving abilities.”  She continued, “(Depending on the toys available and the presence of other children…) they also have the opportunity to use their fine motor and gross motor skills, and maybe their social, linguistic, and analytical skills as well.”       

There are follow-up studies currently underway at Baldwin-Wallace College in Berea, Ohio to further examine the links between colored sand products and children’s play.