No matter how old you are, I believe Play-Doh will appear in everyone's growth path. Do you know why Play-Doh has become a popular toy among children in their childhood? Why is it so popular among this age group? This article will break down the reasons why Play-Doh is so popular in the children’s world.
The Story of Play-Doh
Play-Doh is a shaping clay used by young children in craft learning at home and school. Play-Doh was originally a wallpaper cleaner. It became very popular with children after it was brought back to kindergarten by a teacher, and the wallpaper cleaner was transformed into a toy. Subsequently, the product was successfully promoted through TV programs to make more people aware of it. Today, Play-Doh is sold in more than 75 countries around the world, and more than 700 million pounds of clay and glue have been sold, which proves how much Play-Doh is loved all over the world!
Little knowledge about Play-Doh
The clay raw materials of Play-Doh are dough, water, salt, boric acid, mineral oil and food-grade coloring. It doesn't matter even if it is accidentally eaten by children. The bitter salts contained in the clay help maintain the quality of the product and prevent children from ingesting it. Therefore, Play-Doh is safe, non-toxic, and complies with US regulations and ASTM inspection and certification. Parents can safely let their children play with clay!
4 reasons why you have to choose Play-Doh
- Stimulate young children's vision
- Feel the different touch sensations and the flexibility of the small muscles in your hands
- A variety of set series to stimulate children's creativity
- Can be played repeatedly, economical and affordable
Play-Doh is very creative. Children can use the ever-changing clay to shape it into different shapes with just their hands to create their own unique works. The colors of the products are rich and bright, and they can also be mixed with each other to produce different and rich colors. The colorful colors help stimulate children's vision.
In addition, the texture of clay allows children to experience different tactile sensations, accelerates brain thinking and development, and also develops the flexibility of the small muscles in their hands. Play-Doh has also launched sets with different themes for parents and children to choose from. The accessories of the set can stimulate children's creativity and learn to use appropriate tools to make the items of their dreams.
On the other hand, since the clay is malleable, it can be played over and over again as long as the clay is properly stored, and ordinary families can easily afford it. Therefore, clay is an indispensable toy during the growth stage of children. Then let me introduce you to some interesting and suitable styles for beginners!
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Play-Doh-Tool Suitcase
This "tool suitcase" features more than 20 classic Play-Doh tools in 8 colors and a storage box that doubles as a play surface. This one is more suitable for children with basic knowledge, because the accessories it provides are more suitable for children to use clay and glue to express their personal ideas creatively. Let your child have a personal toolbox and become a little creative engineer!