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Summer, Day 42: Make Play Dough
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There are 94 days of summer, from June 21-Sept. 22. Along the way, Rochester Patch will offer something unique to do every day.
Day 42: Make play dough
The forecast calls for heat and maybe even rain for the next few days, so the indoors may be your playground.
Here's a recipe for playable "dough" that is guaranteed to occupy the younger set of children for at least long enough to check your Facebook account.
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Stir together in a saucepan the following: 2 cups white flour, 2 cups water, 1 cup salt, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil and 1 tablespoon cream of tartar. A few drops of food coloring is optional.
Heat over medium heat and stir constantly until thickened. Let cool — and play!
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Check back tomorrow for another summer thing to do.
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