Inspire Creativity with Play-Doh Compound
Imagination is the foundation of creativity, and creativity is essential in developing problem-solving skills and emotional intelligence later in life. A global study, Imagination is a Superpower, conducted by our friends at Hasbro, Inc., found that parents believe fostering imaginative skills in their child is beneficial for both their child’s present and future. And teachers agree.
Play-Doh compound is a fun, hands-on tool that encourages open-ended play and imagination. Not only do students love using it, but it promotes fine motor skill development, provides sensory engagement, and encourages social skills. Download the Play-Doh activities below and comment on which is your favorite!
Play-Doh Classroom Activities
Narrative Molding: Get your students’ creativity flowing by having them create and write about a new animal species they create with Play-Doh compound.
Subject area: Science, Art, SEL, English Language Arts
Subtraction Smash: Practice subtraction facts using Play-Doh modeling compound as a visual aid.
Subject area: Math
Color Mixing: Use Play-Doh compound to introduce students to the amazing concept of color mixing.
Subject area: Art, Science
Build the Strongest Shelter: Put students’ STEM skills to work by having them build their strongest hurricane shelter using Play-Doh compound.
Subject area: STEM, Science, Art
Solar System Modeling: Use Play-Doh compound to bring the solar system to life.
Subject area: Science, STEM, Art
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For even more inspiration be sure to check out How 100 Teachers Use Play-Doh In Their Classroom! Need activities for older students? Check out How Teachers Use Play-Doh for Middle School and Beyond.
