Ingredients:
- 3 tsp of corn starch
- 2 tsp lotion
Optional:
- Food coloring or powdered paint (for color)
- Essential oils (for scent)
- Glitter (for sparkle)
Tools:
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring cups
- Spoon or hands for mixing
- Airtight container (for storage)
Instructions:
Step 1: Add the Flour
Pour 3tsp cups of corn starch into a mixing bowl.
Step 2: Add the Oil
Add 1.5 tsp of Lotion in corn starch. I added a drop of blue color to give some coloring.
Step 3: Mix Together
Use a spoon or your hands to mix the flour and oil. Keep mixing until the dough feels like wet sand—soft, crumbly, but moldable when squeezed.
How to Use:
- Press it into molds or cookie cutters.
- Use it in sensory bins for creative, calming play.
- Kids can cut it with help of scissors.
Storage:
Store your cloud dough in an airtight container or zip-lock bag. It can last for 1-2 days if kept clean and dry.
Learning Tip:
Cloud dough is great for:
- Fine motor skills
- Sensory development
- Creative play