Kool-Aid Playdough

Have you ever been stuck inside on a rainy day, wishing you had something new and exciting to play with? Well, unless your parents are willing to buy you a new toy, you may be out of luck. Instead, I would like to show you some fun things you could make around the house to eliminate that boredom without having to spend money.

The first recipe is Kool-Aid Playdough! Kool-Aid adds a twist to the traditional playdough recipe by adding color and smell. It is important to identify all the ingredients you need, follow the directions given and include an adult when needed.

Here is the list of common household ingredients needed to complete this recipe:

1 ¼ Cup Flour
¼ Cup Salt
1 pkg unsweetened Kool-aid
1 cup boiling water (Requires adult assistance)
1 1/2 Tbsp vegetable oil

You will also need to use some different measuring tools; here are some pictures of what to look for:

1 Cup
¼ Cup
1 ½ Tbsp

NOW, once you’ve gathered all your materials, it’s time to start making your playdough!

Step One: Mix all dry ingredients- Flour, Salt, Kool-Aid Mix

Step Two: Boil water and oil- Have an adult help!!!

Step Three: Add the boiling water and oil to the dry ingredients, mix all together.

Step Four: Knead the mixture like bread. Be Careful, it’s hot!!!

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Page Author: Lexie Barth

Last Modified: 05/15/05