We’re so excited to finally share it with you — the all-new MILKY White Tuff Tray by Learning Through PLAYtrays®. It’s beautifully designed. It’s exclusive to the USA. And it’s ready to inspire a whole new wave of sensory play.

You may have noticed — we don’t do bright red or neon green. Our small tray collection features Earth Brown , Bold Black , and now, Milky White .

Why? We believe that soft, earthy tones are the best backdrop for sensory play— inspired by Reggio, Montessori, and natural learning philosophies. Plus, neutral colors fit into any space — whether it’s your living room, your preschool classroom, or even outside on the porch.

We heard your first reaction loud and clear!

Let’s talk about it. Actually, let’s talk about everything — the color, the design, why our trays are different, and why this one might just become your new favorite.

We didn’t just choose white because it looks nice (though... it really does). We chose white because it transforms every sensory setup.

• Colors POP against the clean white background

• Light and shadows play differently , making it perfect for activities like rainbow blocks, transparent loose parts, or water and ice play

We specifically created the White Tuff Tray with a premium, stain-resistant surface . It’s textured, it’s durable, and it’s easy to wipe clean. So yes — go ahead and use your rainbow rice, your food-dye oobleck, your colorful ice cubes... that’s what it’s made for!

Designed With Love — and Real Use in Mind

The New 2025 White Tuff Tray includes:

• A Premium Sensory Textured Surface — so it’s more than just flat plastic. It adds depth and sensory input to every touch.

• A Stain-Resistant Finish — so you can use paint, oobleck, colored water, or whatever your imagination dreams up without fear.

• A TUFF and Durable Material — built to last through daily use at home or in the classroom.

• A Small Size with 8 Sides — perfect for fitting 1 to 4 children, encouraging shared play and social interaction.

Here are 5 fun sensory play ideas that are designed to POP on a bright white surface. 

1. Lemonade Play
Turn your Tuff Tray into a pretend lemonade stand! Add yellow water and lemon slices (real or plastic) for a refreshing sensory experience. Kids can pour, scoop, and serve while developing fine motor skills and imaginative play.

2. Beach Day
Bring the beach indoors with sand, blue-dyed water, and a handful of seashells. This calming setup encourages storytelling, role play, and sensory exploration — no need to travel to the beach today!

3. Frozen Ocean
Fill the tray with blue water, ice cubes, and toy penguins to create an icy arctic world. This is a great way to talk about temperature, animals, and melting, all while splashing and playing.

4. Rainbow Shadows
Place magnetic tiles or colorful transparent blocks in sunlight or over a light table. As the light hits, kids can watch rainbows form and explore color mixing in a magical, hands-on way.

5. Pink Oobleck & Petals
Mix up a batch of pink oobleck (just cornstarch, water, and food coloring) and add yellow flower petals for a soft and squishy sensory bin. It’s messy in the best way — and a wonderful way to explore textures and creativity.

Whether you try one or all five, these white Tuff Tray activities are open-ended, easy to set up, and sure to be FUN.  For more inspiration, follow us on social media where we share new ideas every week!