1. Introduction
A. Attention getter:
Does anyone know which children’s toy also helps doctors in physical therapy?
B. Orientation:
Play dough not only stimulates a child’s creativity. It also improves their eye/hand coordination, and small motor skills. This makes it the perfect product to use in physical therapy to rebuild hand, finger and wrist muscles.
C. Statement of Purpose:
Today, I’m going to show you how to make play dough.
D. Preview:
I’m going to show you the four steps to making homemade play dough.
2. Body
A. Ingredients:
2 cups flour
2 cups warm water
1 cup salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon cream of tartar
Food coloring
B. Mix and Heat:
Mix ingredients together and stir over
medium heat. The dough will thick until it forms a ball in the pan. Keep stirring until the ball appears.
C. Knead:
Place the ball of dough on the counter and let it cool. Then knead until it has a smooth texture. You may need to add flour if the dough is too sticky.
D. Play and Store:
Use with cookie cutters, rolling pins, Popsicle sticks, ect.
Store in an airtight container.
3. Conclusion
A. Review main points:
Making play dough is quick and easy. Simply gather the ingredients, mix and heat, knead and play.
B. Restatement of thesis:
Play dough has many benefits to offer children.
C. “Artistic” finish:
This is a great way to spend some quality time with your children. They aren’t just playing; they’re building skills to last a lifetime.