How to Make Kool-Aid Playdough

By joyful327

Kool Aid isn't just for drinking! Kool Aid isn't just for drinking!

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Your little one will love this safe-to-eat and fun to make playdough! It's a great activity for toddlers and preschoolers. (Older children may enjoy it too!) Enjoy!

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup salt
  • 3 teaspoons Cream of Tartar
  • 1 package Kool-Aid Mix (any flavor of unsweetened)
  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil
  • Large Sauce Pan
  • Small Storage Container
  • Stove
  • Measuring Cup

Step1
Gather all ingredients and saucepan.
Step2
Mix flour, salt, cream of tartar, and kool aid mix together in a large saucepan.
Step3
Mix water with oil in a cup.
Step4
Place the saucepan on the stove and turn the burner to medium heat.
Step5
Slowly add the water mixed with oil and stir (over medium heat) and stir until the mixture thickens to playdough.
Step6
Place playdough on cutting board, counter top, or table and knead until cool.
Step7
Give to children to enjoy! Encourage them to use their creativity!

Tips & Warnings

  • You can store the playdough for 3-6 months in a tightly sealed container.
  • This makes a great party favor!

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amylaine said

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on 4/16/2008 Great Article.

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on 4/14/2008 cool article, my mom used to make this for me as a kid.

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