Playdough

This activity is great for developing your toddler's fine motor skills, tactile awareness, and hand strength.

Difficulty rating: 1

Time to prepare: 3

Cleaning up: 2

Activity time: 20-30 minutes

Doughy exploration

This dough is not messy and can be stored so it can be used again and again.

• Mix together 2 cups of flour, 4 tablespoons of cream of tarter, 1 cup of salt and 2 cups of boiling water in a bowl.
• Once the mixture has formed a dough, add a few drops of food colouring and mix well with your hands.
• Let your toddler choose the colours she wants and involve her with the mixing.
• Provide a rolling pin and a few cookie cutters. Play with her or let her play while you busy yourself with getting dinner on the go.