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How to Make Jello Playdough

By joyful327, eHow Member Rating
Jello isn't just for eating!
Jello isn't just for eating!
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Want to boost your child's creativity and enhance their hand/eye coordination? This fun play dough recipe will keep your little ones entertained!

Difficulty: Moderate
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Saucepan
  • Stove
  • Mixing spoon
  • Counter top /table
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup salt
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 2 teaspoons Cream of Tartar
  • 1 (3-1/2 oz.) package unsweetened Jell-0
  1. Step 1

    Mix all ingredients together in saucepan.

  2. Step 2

    Place saucepan on stove and turn burner to medium heat.

  3. Step 3

    Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until consistency of mashed potatoes.

  4. Step 4

    Let playdough cool and knead with floured hands until dry.

  5. Step 5
    Playdough is fun!
    Playdough is fun!

    Give to children to enjoy!

Tips & Warnings
  • Once dough is completely cool, you can store it in an airtight container.

Comments  

Susanh said

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on 6/15/2008 Fantastic idea! This is something my children would love.

juliesam3 said

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on 4/10/2008 Cool! I never knew this could be done.

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