Dish Soap Putty
All you need to do is mix 1 part cornstarch and 1 part dish soap!
1 Minute Video
Cornstarch
Dish Soap
Food Coloring (optional)
Hair Conditioner Playdough
Mix cornstarch and hair conditioner to make scented playdough!
Crafty Girls Video
Cornstarch
Conditioner
Food Coloring (optional)
Standards for 4 year olds
For parents looking to get the most out of these fun activities read through some of the Hawaii Early Learning and Development Standards that can be incorporated.
Science
Scientific and Engineering Practices:
GK.48.m Use the sense as tools with which to observe, describe, and classify
GK.48.o With adult assistance, discuss changes in materials or objects observed
GK.48.p Asks questions and seek answers about the world around them
Physical Science:
GK.48.q Make comparisons among objects that have been observed
GK.48.r Explore and with adult assistance describe various actions that can change an object motion such as pulling, pushing, twisting, rolling, and throwing
Life Sciences:
GK.48.s Identify the physical properties of some living and non-living things
Engineering, Technology, and Applications of Science:
GK.48.w Identify and use simple tools to extend observations
Language
Conventions of Standard English:
LA.48.cc Use complete four- to six- word sentences
Vocabulary and Acquisition Use:
LA.48.dd Describe and tell the use of familiar items
LA.48.g Respond appropriately to specific vocabulary and simple statements, questions, and stories
Arts
Creative Arts Expression and Representation:
GK.48.hh Use a variety of tools and materials to create new products
GK.48.ii Comment on characteristics of others’ work
GK.48.jj Name the feelings that own
artwork is intended to express
Speaking and Listening
Comprehension and Collaboration:
LA.48.z With adult support, listen and respond attentively to conversations (e.g. engaging in at least 3 exchanges, pose questions and listen to the ideas of others, share experiences when asked)
LA.48.gRespond appropriately to specific vocabulary and simple statements, questions, and stories
Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas:
AL/LA.48-KE.e Retell experiences in order, providing details
LA.48.w Sometimes labels after creating drawing, construction, movement, or dramatization
LA.48.bb Are understood by most adults
Math
Measurement and Data:
GK.48.g Understand the purpose of standard measuring tools
GK.48.h Order objects according to one attribute: length, weight, capacity, or area
GK.48.i Sort objects into subgroups by one or two characteristics
Geometry:
GK.48.j Follow basic directionality with adults and peers
GK.48.k Identify common geometric shapes (e.g., circle, square, rectangle, triangle)
GK.48.l With adult assistance, create and represent 3-dimensional shapes (e.g. ball/sphere, square/box/cube, tube/cylinder using various manipulative materials such as play-dough, popsicle sticks, blocks, pipe cleaners, pattern blocks)
Social and Emotional Development
Interactions with Adults:
SE.48.a With assistance, separates from significant adults without demonstrating a great deal of anxiety
Adaptive Social Behavior:
SE.48.f Follow routines and social rules in a group setting most of the time
Emotional Expression:
SE.48.h Regulate own emotions and behavior most of the time
Motor Development
Fine Motor Skills:
PHM.48.d Refine wrist and finger movements for more control (e.g. pours without spilling; buttons, zips, buckles; turns knobs; etc.)
Health and Personal Care
Daily Living Skills:
PHM.48.k Identify personal hygiene needs (e.g. “I need to go potty”)
PHM.48.l With adult assistance, wash hands when needed and cover mouth when coughing or sneezing
Safe Practices:
PHM.48.o Identify helpful and harmful substances