Make Your Own Slippery Play Dough

Make Your Own Slippery Play Dough

This is a very easy dough to make, and kids love the slippery consistency - a fun sensory experience. 

What You Will Need:

  • 4 cups of Flour
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil
  • Large Mixing Bowl

What You Do:

  1. Mix flour, water, and oil together in a large bowl.
  2. Knead the mixture to desired consistency - this is the part kids love!
  3. While kneading, add flour as needed until the dough is no longer sticky.
  4. Experiment with rolling, squishing, and molding this slippery dough.

Variations:

  • Add food coloring to create colorful dough.
  • Add vanilla or other scents to give your dough a great smell.

The Science:

The key to the dough's slippery feel is the oil. It provides a slick, smooth texture to the dough. it also helps keep the dough moisturized and pliable. 

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