Craft Basket
Playdough Invitation to Create
A simple tray of dough and loose parts that sparks sculpting, storytelling, and fine-motor fun.
Ages 2+5 min prep
What you'll need
- Homemade or store-bought playdough
- Small rolling pin
- Cookie cutters
- Beads, buttons, or pasta shapes
- Plastic knives or child-safe scissors
- Small tray or placemat
How to make it
- 1
Roll the playdough into balls and place them on the tray.
- 2
Arrange cutters, beads, and tools around the dough.
- 3
Invite your child to flatten, cut, press, and decorate freely.
- 4
Ask open-ended questions like “What are you making?” to extend the play.
Tip
Store dough in an airtight container and reuse it for several days.