PREORDER Chai & Spice | A Make-It-Yourself Sensory Kit

from $32.00

A pinch of spice, a splash of milk, and a little imagination! Welcome to your very own miniature chai kitchen, where tiny hands become chai makers, spices are waiting to be discovered, and every cup is made with a little creativity.

Inspired by the rich traditions of masala chai, this sensory play kit invites children to step into the world of pretend tea-making. Scoop fragrant-inspired spices, sprinkle in a little sweetness, pour a splash of pretend milk, and stir up a recipe that’s entirely their own!

But the magic doesn’t stop at pretend play. With a special Spice Discovery Jar filled with real spices, children can explore authentic aromas, observe the shapes and colors of different ingredients, and compare them with their miniature sensory counterparts.

For an extra-special chai-making experience, our Complete Kit features an adorable crocheted cinnamon stick and star anise, handmade by Hooked by Hynes, along with a playful star-shaped fidget created by Creative Simple Play. Add in the miniature stovetop, cooking pot, teacup, and tiny serving accessories, and little chai makers have everything they need to open their own pretend chai shop!

Prefer to use your own favorite play tools? Our NEW! Sensory Essentials includes all the handcrafted sensory mixes, miniature pretend ingredients, and Spice Discovery Jar without the additional accessories or handmade collaboration pieces.

Whether children are inventing recipes, exploring new aromas, or serving up pretend cups of chai, every little ingredient invites curiosity, creativity, and meaningful sensory play.

PRE-ORDER NOTICE: This item is part of our holiday pre-order launch! All orders will ship on or before December 3, 2026.

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A pinch of spice, a splash of milk, and a little imagination! Welcome to your very own miniature chai kitchen, where tiny hands become chai makers, spices are waiting to be discovered, and every cup is made with a little creativity.

Inspired by the rich traditions of masala chai, this sensory play kit invites children to step into the world of pretend tea-making. Scoop fragrant-inspired spices, sprinkle in a little sweetness, pour a splash of pretend milk, and stir up a recipe that’s entirely their own!

But the magic doesn’t stop at pretend play. With a special Spice Discovery Jar filled with real spices, children can explore authentic aromas, observe the shapes and colors of different ingredients, and compare them with their miniature sensory counterparts.

For an extra-special chai-making experience, our Complete Kit features an adorable crocheted cinnamon stick and star anise, handmade by Hooked by Hynes, along with a playful star-shaped fidget created by Creative Simple Play. Add in the miniature stovetop, cooking pot, teacup, and tiny serving accessories, and little chai makers have everything they need to open their own pretend chai shop!

Prefer to use your own favorite play tools? Our NEW! Sensory Essentials includes all the handcrafted sensory mixes, miniature pretend ingredients, and Spice Discovery Jar without the additional accessories or handmade collaboration pieces.

Whether children are inventing recipes, exploring new aromas, or serving up pretend cups of chai, every little ingredient invites curiosity, creativity, and meaningful sensory play.

PRE-ORDER NOTICE: This item is part of our holiday pre-order launch! All orders will ship on or before December 3, 2026.

Size Options:

Complete Kit

The full miniature chai-making experience, featuring handcrafted sensory mixes, miniature kitchen accessories, and special handmade collaborations.

  • Small Kit — $49: 1 cup Chai and Spice Mix

  • Medium Kit — $62: 3 cups Chai and Spice Mix

  • Large Kit — $72: 5 cups Chai and Spice Mix

NEW! Sensory Essentials Kit

All the sensory goodness, with the flexibility to use your own play tools!

Includes your selected size of Chai and Spice Mix, all seven specialty mini mixes and their containers, and the real-spice Discovery Jar.

DOES NOT include the miniature kitchen accessories, star fidget, or crocheted collaboration pieces.

Available in Small, Medium, and Large sizes.

Handcrafted Sensory Mix:

Chai & Spice Sensory Mix

Stir up a little sensory magic with Chai & Spice! Inspired by the warm, earthy colors and aromatic ingredients of traditional South Asian masala chai, this handcrafted sensory mix features rich golden-brown tones, playful star anise and cinnamon stick shapes, and a delightful variety of textures.

Available in 1-cup, 3-cup, and 5-cup sizes.

What’s Included in Every Kit:

Seven Specialty Mini Mixes

Everything a little chai maker needs to experiment with pretend recipes!

  • Green Cardamom Pods: Miniature shaker container of cardamom-inspired sensory mix

  • Coarse Sugar: Larger jar filled with sugar-inspired sensory mix

  • Black Peppercorns: Tiny corked jar of peppercorn-inspired sensory pieces

  • Ground Ginger: Miniature shaker jar filled with ginger-inspired sensory mix

  • Cloves: Mini bag of clove-inspired sensory ingredients

  • Black Tea: Mini bag of black tea-inspired sensory mix

  • Milk: Mini milk carton filled with milk-inspired sensory mix

All miniature ingredients are handcrafted sensory materials for pretend play and are not edible.

Spice Discovery Jar

A special jar containing real spices for smelling, observing, and comparing with the pretend ingredients. Discover differences in color, shape, and aroma while exploring the ingredients traditionally used to make masala chai.

Included in both kit versions.

Miniature Kitchen Accessories (Complete Kit only)

  • Handmade Collaboration Pieces

    • Crocheted cinnamon stick by Hooked by Hynes

    • Crocheted star anise by Hooked by Hynes

    • Star-shaped fidget by Simple Creative Play

  • Miniature stovetop (assorted colors)

  • Cooking pot (assorted styles & colors)

  • Tiny teacup, spoon, and saucer (assorted colors)

Reusable Packaging & Digital STEM Activities

Your Make it yourself Chia & Spice Kit comes packaged in a reusable zippered bag, perfect for keeping all your sensory mixes, miniature tools, and accessories organized between adventures!

Each kit also includes a QR code on the PHYSICAL product providing access to an accompanying digital activities & resources, designed to extend the learning through hands-on investigations, discovery, and playful exploration.

The Story Behind Chai

Masala chai is a beloved spiced tea enjoyed throughout India and South Asia, with recipes and traditions that vary from family to family and region to region.

Chai means tea, while masala refers to a mixture of spices. Traditionally, masala chai is prepared with black tea, milk, and a blend of warming spices such as cardamom, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and black pepper.

This kit offers a playful introduction to the ingredients and traditions behind masala chai while encouraging children to explore, observe, and create.

Why You’ll Love It

  • Sensory Discovery: Explore different colors, shapes, textures, and real spice aromas.

  • Cultural Learning: Discover ingredients and traditions associated with masala chai.

  • Fine Motor Development: Practice scooping, pouring, transferring, sprinkling, and manipulating miniature ingredients.

  • Early Math & Science: Explore measuring, comparing, sorting, quantities, and observation through hands-on experimentation.

  • Imagination & Creativity: Invent recipes, open a pretend chai shop, and create imaginative cooking adventures.

  • Language & Social Development: Build descriptive vocabulary, sequencing, communication, and collaborative play skills.

Important Warning Information:

• Contains small parts; not suitable for children under 3

  • Storage: Keep sensory materials sealed in a dry location.

  • Non-edible

  • Use with adult supervision. Items are handmade or small-batch printed, and colors may vary.

  • Items are handmade and may vary slightly or appear different than they appear on your computer screen.

  • Adult supervision recommended, Not for Children Under 3 – Contains small parts that may pose a choking hazard. Recommended for ages 3 and up, with adult supervision.

• Handcrafted Sensory Materials – May include pasta, chickpeas, barley, dried corn, dried beans, rice, wheat products, and tapioca pearls (not intended for consumption).

  • Eco-Friendly & Thoughtfully Designed – This kit comes in sustainable packaging and is carefully curated for safe, creative play.

  • Some mixes are lightly scented; test first if sensitive.

  • Digital file access provided via QR code in the kit.