Are you concerned about your child using Playdough and bubble solution manufactured overseas? Here is a recipe for home made Play Clay from Miss Maria, teacher of my daughter's Toddler and Me class (Los Gatos-Saratoga Recreation):
1 c. water
1-2 tsp. food coloring
2 tsp. cream of tartar
1/2 c. salt
2 Tbs. oil
1 cup flour
Place all ingredients except for flour into a sauce pan over low heat. Stir in flour as mixture heats up. At this point you may need to remove from heat. Keep stirring until mixture starts looking dry. Dump onto counter and knead. Let cool and play! Store in a plastic bag or container.
This is a wonderful activity to teach about measurement and liquids and solids.
For bubble solution, Maria uses Downy and water. You can also try a corn syrup and Dawn solution.
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