Materials
15 tablespoons (225 m
L) of baking powder21/2 (750 m
L) cups of pickle juice or vinegar5 cups (1.25 L) of flour5 tablespoons (75 m
L) of vegetable oil
Mixing bowl and spoons
Green paint
Instructions
1. Help the children measure the baking powder, pickle juice or vinegar, flour, and oil.
2. Invite the children to stir the ingredients together in a bowl, adding a few drops of green paintfor effect.
3. Encourage the children to sculpt creatures or other shapes from the clay.More to doCooking: Create salad dressing with a variety of herbs, oil, and vinegar or mayonnaise.Science: Fill mystery boxes with an assortment of objects and have the children identify what isin the boxes using their sense of smell or touch.Snack: Enjoy a healthy snack of lettuce, raw vegetables, and the children's homemade dressing.
