Kids love making a batch of salt dough and turning it into sparkling ornaments. It’s easy, inexpensive, and perfect for holidays, classrooms, or rainy day projects. What You’ll Need • 4 cups all-purpose flour • 1 cup salt • 1 ½ cups warm water Optional: a few drops of food coloring or acrylic paint, glitter, cookie cutters, rolling pin, wooden skewer or straw, ribbon or string for hanging (Salt Dough) This classic salt dough recipe is safe for kids and easy for them to mix. • In a large bowl, combine 4 cups flour and 1 cup salt. • Gradually add 1 ½ cups warm water, mixing until a shaggy dough forms. • Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5–7 minutes, until smooth and pliable. If the dough is too dry, add a splash more water; if too sticky, dust with a little more flour. Optional: Divide the dough and tint portions with a few drops of food coloring before kneading if you want colored ornaments. Step-by-Step Instructions *Roll Out the Dough*...
Here are some ideas: •°Visit a local library: Many libraries offer free story times, crafts, and other activities for kids. •°Go to a park: Parks often have playgrounds, walking trails, and open spaces for kids to run and play. •°Have a scavenger hunt: Create a list of items for kids to find in your backyard or around the neighborhood. •°Visit a museum: Many museums have free admission days, and some are always free. •°Have a movie or game night: Choose some of your child's favorite movies or games and have a fun night at home. •°Explore nature: Take a hike, go bird watching, or have a picnic in a local park. •°Arts and crafts: Use items you have at home to do some creative activities like painting, drawing, or making crafts. •°Visit a farmer's market: Many farmer's markets have free activities for kids, such as live music, face painting, or cooking demonstrations. •°Visit a pet store: Many pet stores allow kids to interact with animals like fish, birds,...