In preparation of Valentines Day on Sunday we would normally make chocolate playdough in the Nursery and the children can create their own sweets and fill empty sweet box trays. Not only does this help develop their fine motor skills, explore shape and counting in play - it will also make the house smell lovely.
EASY CHOCOLATE PLAY DOUGH RECIPE
- 2 cups plain flour (all purpose)
- 1 cup salt
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 2 tbsps vegetable oil
- 2 tbsps cream of tartar
- 2 cups of boiling water
- 4 drops of glycerine (optional extra for increased shine and stretch)
- Combine all of the dry ingredients in a bowl
- Stir in the vegetable oil
- Mix together
- Stir in the boiling water (adult only) and mix until combined
- When it has cooled a little, knead it on a clean surface until it loses all stickiness and becomes smooth and stretchy. No residue should come off on your fingers. If it is still sticky add a little more flour, if too dry and crumbly add more water, a tablespoon at a time.
Today you can make a beautiful Valentines Card using the resources in your pack then hide it until Sunday. Do you have lots of people to love - why not create love bugs using items from around the house. Check out Mrs McCoy & Mrs Toppings video.
If you want to send a message to granny or grandad or some who is not in your bubble why not mail a hug!
Have you had a chance to check out the Valentines Tea Party ideas on the school Pinterest account - you can help plan a family tea party together for Sunday.
https://www.pinterest.co.uk/donoghue3293/valentines-tea-party/
Todays story is 'Love Like This'
