Easy Play Dough Recipe

This recipe was given to me many moons ago from a YMCA teacher,not really sure where she scored it, but it is a winner, never fails. Sometimes it may seem really sticky or not like play dough, just add a little more flour. To get vibrant colors, I use liquid color gels, found at Michaels craft store, they seem to give more of a vibrant color than traditional food coloring. Here's the recipe, let me know what you think! 2 Cups of Flour 1 cup of salt ( do not try kosher or sea salt trust me ) 2 tsp cream of tartar 2 Tbs oil 2 Cups of boiling Water Food Coloring or liquid gel or Kool - Aid mix ( smell yummy) Combine flour, salt, and cream of tartar. Mix well. Stir in boiling water, oil, and food coloring. Let stand for 10 minutes. Place on counter ( or table w/ children gathered) and knead until smooth, adding more flour if necessary. Store in air tight container in the refrigerator. ( I have never done and have been fine). Enjoy!

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Just wanted to let the community know what the services are that are available to you. I will be subbing for early educators who are in Family Child Care, Center based programs, and or Elementary schools. I am also available as a consultant for your Early Education business, I can help with Stars, registering/licensing, curriculum, documentation, director support, environment set up, etc. I am also a mentor through Vermont Birth to Three project and can be set up with providers as a mentor, to be here as support and or to help you grown within your profession. Feel free to contact me for more information through this blog or my email at HelpingHandSubbingServices@gmail.com or my cell 802-355-7598.

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Hi my name is Sara Downes, I have been in Early Education for 8+ years. Through the years I have gone from registered family child care to licensed family child care provider, I have participated with Stars, and attended many hours of professional development including NAFCC and VAEYC conferences. I have a strong commitment to the early education field and have a strong passion within the field and to learn more within my profession. Some philosophies that have inspired me have been Reggio Emeila and the Waldorf approach. Amazing experiences happen when the child's interests and needs are the primary focus and when children are given simple tools to explore. This blog will offer ideas, articles, and support for Early Educators and you may have access to my gmail calendar if you are in need of a sub/mentor/consultant for your program.