Playdough for Passing Time: Fun Things to Do with Lumi Dough

Kids Play Dough

Kids Play Dough

This write-up is for anyone and everyone who is looking for some ideas on making the most out of time. If you are one of the many people who feel like their creativity that was once bloomed full is now diminishing day by day, you might benefit from reading this blog. May be, you need to relive a few days from your childhood. Maybe, playing with kids can bring back your lost happiness and make you feel a little good. How about starting with clay? Not just the kids but the grown-ups also love to make a thing or two out of this gooey substance. So, are you ready for a fun filled day with dough? If you are a parent of one of more toddlers who are of an age when playing with clay is essential, you will understand why everyone enjoys craft time. By the way, have you tried the following with dough?

  • Making Dough: One activity related to dough is making dough. The good part is that you don’t have to be an adult to make dough. Children above the age of 5 can easily make clay or dough themselves. There are some varieties of dough that do not require you to use fire or a microwave. These can be even made without parent’s presence. Try giving the dough different textures and different colors.
  • Games with Dough: Once you have purchased or made the dough, how about playing some games that encourage learning, made out of dough? Start by making simple rolls or balls of dough. Use it as game that includes basic mathematics tricks like addition and subtraction. Children grasp fundamentals quicker if they are taught the play way.

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