Play dough can be found in almost any preschool classroom.  We use homemade play dough because it allows us to add coloring, scents (dry kool-aid or jello), and texture (salt or sand) to appeal to all of the senses.  Play dough produces some of the best learning for young children.  Play dough develops small muscles and fine motor skills.  Play dough provides opportunities to increase vocabulary.  Play dough naturally leads to scientific discovery. Play dough can promote creativity.  Play dough can help improve social skills as children work together. The ‘Ulu keiki have access to play dough daily.