Play-Doh

Play-Doh is a soft, squishy material that comes in many colors. Kids use it to make shapes, animals, and all kinds of fun things. It is one of the most famous art toys ever made.

How Play-Doh Was Invented

Play-Doh was first made in the 1950s. It was originally meant to clean wallpaper, not to be a toy! A teacher noticed that kids loved playing with the soft dough. So the company changed it into a children's toy.

At first, Play-Doh only came in white. Soon, the makers added red, blue, and yellow. Now it comes in dozens of bright colors.

What Makes Play-Doh Special

Play-Doh is soft and easy to shape with your hands. You can roll it, squish it, and cut it with special tools. Kids can make flowers, animals, food, and anything they dream up.

The recipe for Play-Doh is a secret. But it is made from flour, water, and salt mixed with other ingredients. It is safe if a little bit is swallowed by accident, but it is not meant to be eaten.

Fun Facts

• More than 3 billion cans of Play-Doh have been sold since 1956.
• Play-Doh was originally used to clean dirty wallpaper.
• If you lined up all the Play-Doh ever made, it would wrap around the Earth many times.

Did You Know?

Play-Doh has a special smell that many people remember from childhood. The company even trademarked the scent!