Playdough is always a favourite in our house whether it’s homemade or shop bought. There is lots that children can do with playdough and it is an amazing resource that covers all areas of learning, which the article below explains in more depth.
For Erin I found loose parts around the house for her to use in her creations along with the playdough. Loose parts play is a type of play that supports invention, divergent thinking, problem solving and offers a sense of wonder to children. They are materials that can be moved, carried, combined, redesigned, lined up, and taken apart and put back together in multiple ways. From pasta and spaghetti to cupcake cases, curtain hooks and lids for cutters, stones, shells, kitchen utensils, flowers…the list is endless when you start looking.
I have included a photo with a recipe for how to make playdough and the article attached also has recipes within it. Why not give it a go and let’s see your imagination go wild?
