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Eight pictures of kids playing in cloud dough in a sensory bin.
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How to Make Cloud Dough

Step by step instructions how to make cloud dough for sensory play.
Prep Time5 minutes
Active Time20 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Keyword: sensory activities for kids, Sensory bin

Materials

  • 8 cups flour
  • 1 cup oil

Instructions

  • Measure 8 cups of flour directly into your sensory bin
  • Pour in 1 cup of oil (I prefer olive oil)
  • Mix the flour and oil together until you achieve your desired texture (it should be able to mold and clump together)
  • Add more oil if it’s too crumbly
  • Color your cloud dough for a fun twist by adding a few drops of food coloring (optional)
  • Grab some fun tools for sensory play (cookie cutters, trucks, spoons, bowls, etc.)

Notes

SAFETY REMINDER: Although cloud dough is made of food items, it is unsafe to eat since the flour is uncooked. Please make sure to supervise your children as they play with cloud dough.