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How to Make Your Own Modeling Dough

Suggestion:

Do this activity with a grown up.

What you need:

  • 1 cup flour

  • 1/2 cup salt

  • 2 teaspoon cream of tartar

  • 1 cup water

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

  • Food coloring to your liking

What to do:

  1. Combine the dry ingredients, then the liquids in a pan.

  2. Heat slowly, stirring constantly, until thickened.

  3. Remove from heat, take out of the pan and knead until smooth.

  4. Store in an air tight container.

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