How to Make Homemade Playdough

The kids love to play with playdough. They mix colors and when we have friends over we never seem to have enough. Its fun to make different shapes.  Our favorite this week has been snails. We learn shapes, colors and numbers

The problem is that it tends to dry out.  So we’ve started making our own.  The all natural ingredients means its safe for Rachael to play too. No worries about what she’s eating. Its also a great way to learn about colors and how to make different colors by mixing colors.

Materials

• Bowl
• 1 cup cold water
• 1 cup salt
• 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
• Food coloring
• 3 cups flour
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch

Directions

1. In bowl, mix water, salt, oil, and enough food coloring to make a bright color.
2. Gradually add flour and cornstarch until the mixture reaches the consistency of bread dough.
3. Store covered.

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