Description
Engage your children in a fun and creative DIY project by making colorful playdough and slime mortar. This interactive activity enhances sensory experiences and imaginative play.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup salt
- 2 cups warm water
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
- Food coloring (variety of colors)
- Scented essential oils (optional)
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Cooking pot
- Airtight containers for storage
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, cream of tartar, and vegetable oil. Whisk until well blended.
- Gradually add warm water while stirring. Mix in food coloring to your liking.
- Transfer the mixture to a cooking pot over medium heat and stir continuously until it thickens and forms a ball.
- Remove from heat, let cool slightly, and knead until smooth and pliable.
- For slime, add 1 cup of glue and 1 teaspoon of water with baking soda to create a stretchy texture.
Notes
Customize colors and scents by using different food colorings and essential oils. For a gluten-free version, substitute flour with cornstarch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: Stirring and Cooking
- Cuisine: Education
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Varies
- Calories: N/A
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: N/A
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: N/A
- Cholesterol: N/A