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Pumpkin Orange Playdough

simple sensory play for kids

This simple Pumpkin Orange Playdough recipe only uses 3 ingredients and makes the softest playdough ever!

 

Playdough is a classic sensory activity for kids and this orange playdough is absolutely perfect for Fall and Halloween. 

purpose

  • Strengthens fine motor skills
  • Engages creativity
  • Has a calming effect
  • Promotes independent play
  • Promotes literacy skills
  • Helps develop memory skills

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directions

How to Make 3 Ingredient
Pumpkin Orange Playdough

In a medium sized bowl mix the following ingredients

  • Cornstarch (1 cup)
  • Lotion or hair conditioner (1/2 cup)
  • Orange food coloring
  • Continue mixing until the dough begins to stick together
  • Once the dough begins to stick together-start kneading the dough until it forms a soft ball and is no longer sticky
  • It it’s too sticky add a little more cornstarch
  • If it’s too dry add a little more lotion
  • Set out the playdough along with playdough tools
  • Invite your child to play!
  • Super fun, hands-on math game printable to use with this playdough recipe!
  • This math game includes 10  pumpkin ten frame cards along with number circles #1-10 
  • Strengthens multiple math skills 
  • Free printable-available for instant download
  • Check more of our hands-on Pumpkin Printables to help you teach your kiddos important learning skills at home!

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