Page 6B The Castiegar Sun Wednesday, October 19, 1994 Wednesday, October 19, 1994 The Castlegar Sun More interest in the box than its contents? _[/jPleaséiecwe The Castlegar Sun | It happens over and over at ing thé contents. Although amused at first, the gift-givers may soon suspect that their money was ill spent. Especially in the preschool years, kids thrive on the freedom to experiment and explore as they play. Toys with little detail invite all sorts of pretending. For exam- ple, an ordinary cardboard box can be called into service as a rocket ship, an animal cage or a turtle shell—all at the child's whim. Simple puppets made from worn-out socks (and who doesn't have a supply of these) can play a variety of characters with few or no changes necessary. On the other hand some toys or play objects that are full of detail may interest the child only once. That's why plain wooden blocks, large signple cars and trucks, and play materials like clay and finger paint have retained their age-old Toys and activities based on household objects are usually very inexpensive and can be designed to appeal to a variety of ages. Because of their construc- tion, some may not last as long as commercial versions, but most will serve the length: of a child's interest in the activity. And besides, if a homemade play object turns out to be a favourite, PLUMBING 4x12 ft 2° x 12 ft. wos 3x 12 ft. ABS 4x 12 ft. ABS Pipe 6.59 ea. Pipe 8.89 ea. Pipe 17.89 ea. Pipe 25.89 ea. additional models can always be needed. toys you-keep your child's safety in mind. Screen all toys and activi- ties for: + Small parts that may fall off and be swallowed and inhaled + Sharp edges that can cut, poke or pinch + Paints or dyes that may be toxic One of the “classics” of home- made toys and play materials is modelling dough. This type of dough is easier to work with, softer and lasts longer than most commercial products. Here's the recipe: MODELLING DOUGH 2 cups flour 4 sp. cream of tartar 2 cups cold water food colouring 1 cup salt 2 tbsp. oil “amb all ingredi except colouring, im 2-quart saucepan. Stir over medium heat until mixture leaves the side of the pan. Add 5-6 drops of food colouring and knead dough until well blended. Let cool before using or storing. Store in plastic wrap or a covered container in the refrigerator. This column is brought to you by the B.C. 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