What stories can your play dough tell?

Materials:

• Play dough in various colors

• Tools for shaping (rolling pins, plastic knives, cookie cutters)

• Mats or trays for work space

• Storybooks for inspiration

Instructions:

• Invite children to create shapes, figures, or objects.

• Encourage children to describe what they made, using words to explain shapes, characters, or scenes.

• Support children in talking about how their creations relate to the story and explore changes or additions to their work.

Powerful InterACTions - PK3:

• What are you building?

• How does it feel to make something from play dough?

• Can you show me what you made?

• What colors are you using?

Powerful InterACTions - PK4:

• What is your creation, and why did you make it?

• How does your creation relate to the story?

• What would happen if you added more pieces?

• Can you change or improve your creation?

• How does it feel to make something from your imagination?