Clay Dough Ornaments

While celebrating Christmas around the World, we studied the United States.  As part of our study, we made Clay Dough Ornaments to put on our Christmas trees.  Each child picked 3 different shapes to cut out of the dough.  We read a recipe and followed directions to make the dough.  (2 cups of flour, 1 cup of salt and 1 cup of water.)  It's a very easy recipe to follow.  We learned that when we see 1/2 cup, it means it takes 2 of those to make 1 whole cup.  1/3 cup takes 3. 1/8th takes 8.  We were learning fractions without even trying.  Each child has been busy painting their ornaments.  They are looking really nice.  We will be proud to take those home to our family to celebrate the Christmas season.