I had totally forgotten how wonderful play dough is for kids. This one ball of dough kept my two-year-old busy for an hour and a half....seriously 90 MINUTES. For the child who can't finish reading a 10 page book, this was a fantastic activity!
This recipe came from my family cookbook, and I let my son "help" with the stirring. He stirred and stirred and kneaded and kneaded until he got those dried up play dough crusties all over his cute little hands.
Homemade Play Dough
2 1/2 cups flour
1 tablespoon cream of tartar
1/2 cup salt
1 package unsweetened drink mix (kool-aid) or food coloring (I used a package of Cherry Kool-aid)
1 3/4 cups boiling water
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
Mix dry ingredients.
Pour in boiling water and oil (if using food coloring, add it with the water).
Mix until cool. As it cools, the consistency will come together. Knead.
Store in a closed container, and be prepared to pull it out everyday!Easy Cooking | Simple Cooking
