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30 Creative Shaping & Molding Activities
...or any of your favorite modeling compounds! Of course, we are partial to Playfoam® because it is perfect for squishy, squashy sculpting fun. Plus, non-toxic Playfoam never dries out, so you can take your time while trying all 30 of our favorite ways to play. Yes, you can always use your favorite clay or dough too. Just be sure to have fun!
1. Shape AnimalsUse your imagination to shape your pet, a zoo animal, or even an imaginary animal! Try making a sea creature and watch it float in the bath.
2. Make Stop Motion Animation
3. Hide and Unbox ToysHide a small toy or figurine inside of a ball of Playfoam. Have a parent or sibling peel away the Playfoam and find the hidden treasure!
4. Play Your Own Sculptapalooza/Playfoam GameWrite clues on cards that you will need to sculpt for a partner (example: apple, dog, butterfly). Take turns – one player sculpts and the other guesses what they’ve made.
5. Play Hot PotatoMake a ball of Playfoam and take turns passing back and forth. Whoever has the hot potato when the music stops is out!
6. Create IcebergsAdd a Playfoam iceberg to your water tray. Include aquatic animal figures for extra fun!
7. Build a SnowmanCreate a colorful Playfoam snowman, indoors!
8. Create a CreatureSculpt a creature straight from your imagination! Use feathers, pipe cleaners, googly eyes, or popsicle sticks to accessorize.
9. Create 3D ArtDraw a picture and color it in - or print a color picture - then shape matching-colored Playfoam over each section for a 3D masterpiece!
10. Doll FashionCreate a fun, fashionable wardrobe for your dolls using Playfoam.
11. Create a Seashore Sensory BinSquish seashells and animal figures into a large bin of Playfoam and see if your kiddo can find them all. Take the bin outside for some simulated-seashore fun in the sun!
12. Squishy Squashy Name GameTry to shape all of the letters in your name. Now try a friend’s name!
13. Make a Magical Sensory SubstanceIf you are making slime, add some Playfoam to the mix for a little added texture. Just remember – Playfoam never dries out, but slime will!
14. Playfoam Color SmashSquish together different colors of Playfoam make your own custom color blend
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15. Glow StatuesUse glow in the dark Playfoam to create your own glow in the dark statue. Turn the lights out and let it glow!
16. Fun FoodMake a Playfoam cake, hamburger or fruit basket.
17. Playfoam Photo FrameUse popsicle sticks to create a photo frame, and cover it in Playfoam to decorate it. Don't forget to add a big squish of Playfoam for a base!
18. Playfoam CheckersPlay checkers with your very own handmade pieces! Use a different color Playfoam for each player. When it’s time to make a “king”, squish two Playfoam checkers together.
19. Playfoam BaseballBatter up! Play indoor baseball using an old paper towel tube as a bat and a Playfoam baseball. Use pillows or other items from around the house for the bases. Set up a boundary in the outfield so you can “hit one over the fence.”
20. DIY Stress BallStretch open a balloon (or use a piece of fabric) and fill it with Playfoam. Tie off the balloon (or fabric piece), then squish and squash the Playfoam inside. Or use a surgical glove to make a squishy high five!
21. Playfoam Frisbee GolfMake a Playfoam flying disc and set up targets around the house to hit with your disc! You can experiment with different locations around the house as well as “par” difficulties. Whoever can hit the target in the least amount of attempts is the winner.
22. Playfoam Flower GardenUse different colors of Playfoam to create a beautiful flower garden. Don’t forget to make different flower shapes!
23. Egg and Spoon RaceMake a Playfoam egg, rest it in a spoon, and challenge a partner to race across the room without dropping the “egg”! You can even try holding the spoon in your mouth or with your opposite hand for an “egg-stra” challenge.
24. Playfoam Indoor Snowball FightMake colorful Playfoam snowballs that will never melt or make a mess!
25. Playfoam Indoor DodgeballDodgeball is soft and safe – even inside! – when you’re playing with a Playfoam ball!
26. Playfoam SoccerMake your own soccer ball and balance it on your foot- now try scoring a goal! You can use a box or a laundry basket as a goal.
27. Playfoam BalanceBalance a ball of Playfoam on your head and walk around the room without dropping it. Now try balancing it on your shoulder.
28. Playfoam BasketballMake a Playfoam basketball and try shooting it into a wastebasket as your hoop! Set the wastebasket up against the wall for the backboard, or set it up super high for tougher challenge.
29. Playfoam CatapultMake your own catapult by experimenting with spoons, spatulas and “found objects” to launch your Playfoam across the room.
30. Trick Shot PlayfoamMake a cool “trick shot” with Playfoam. Bounce it, bank it, ricochet it! Challenge an opponent to see who can make the best shot. Take a video of your best shot and upload to YouTube to show the world your Playfoam trick shot skills.
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Home's Cool Art Activity: Playfoam Baby Chick Pod https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=er_vXxmXQWI&feature=emb_logo Home's Cool! While we're all working from home, the parents, former teachers, and play experts at EI are sharing some of their favorite educational activities to help keep your family learning and growing. Check out this idea from Sahad Rivera Sonda, one of our Product Managers!Ages: 3–5Supplies:• Construction paper in various colors• Scissors• Marker• Tape• Playfoam Pod• Googly eyes
Procedure:1. Cut two yellow wings out of construction paper, then tape them to either side of the pod.2. Fold a sheet of orange construction paper in half and cut out a small triangle.3. Open the triangle and draw two smaller triangles on the inside, to make a beak.4. Add tape to the back of the beak and stick it to the center of the pod.5. Add googly eyes.6. Add a little note to the back and you’re done!
Sahad Rivera Sonda has dreamed of being a toy designer since she was a child in Mexico! Her passion for miniatures and other playful oddities (her collection includes everything from a plush churro to a miniature French fry) eventually led her to Otis College of Art and Design in California, where she obtained a degree in Toy Design. Sahad’s dreams came true when she landed a job with EI, designing the look and feel for many of our toys and games, including Playfoam Pals, Design & Drill and our plush line. READ MORE
Home's Cool Art Activity: Playfoam Easter Bunny Pod https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m2xfU39aNVY&feature=emb_logo Home's Cool! While we're all working from home, the parents, former teachers, and play experts at EI are sharing some of their favorite educational activities to help keep your family learning and growing. Check out this idea from Sahad Rivera Sonda, one of our Product Managers!Ages: 3–5Supplies:• Construction paper in various colors• Scissors• Marker• Tape• Playfoam Pod• Googly eyes
Procedure:1. Cut two pink ears and 2 smaller yellow ears out of construction paper.2. Tape the smaller ears to the big ears.3. Add tape to the bottom of the ears, place them on the top of the Playfoam pod, and press to secure in place.4. Add googly eyes.5. Using a smudge-proof marker, draw a nose, mouth and whiskers right onto the front of the plastic pod.
6. Add a little note to the back and you’re done!
Sahad Rivera Sonda has dreamed of being a toy designer since she was a child in Mexico! Her passion for miniatures and other playful oddities (her collection includes everything from a plush churro to a miniature French fry) eventually led her to Otis College of Art and Design in California, where she obtained a degree in Toy Design. Sahad’s dreams came true when she landed a job with EI, designing the look and feel for many of our toys and games, including Playfoam Pals, Design & Drill and our plush line. READ MORE
