[{"id":58461814878,"handle":"playdough","updated_at":"2024-11-18T23:30:10+11:00","published_at":"2018-07-27T06:26:47+10:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"web","title":"All Playdough","body_html":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eEducational Montessori Toys in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen it comes to providing engaging and nurturing experiences for children, look no further than the Wild Dough range. Founded by an Aussie mum who wanted to provide screen-free educational activities to her little ones, we have crafted a collection of playdough products that are simply outstanding. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cspan id=\"dots\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"more\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned with the Montessori principles in mind, these kits are perfect for little hands and curious minds. Read on to discover how to incorporate our collection into your little one’s playtime. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is The Montessori Play Method?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Montessori play method is an educational approach developed by Dr. Maria Montessori, an Italian physician and educator. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is based on the belief that growing youngsters have a natural curiosity and innate desire to learn, and that they learn best when they are actively engaged in activities that are meaningful and relevant to their own interests and developmental needs. It emphasises infant-led, hands-on learning through play and exploration – and that’s where we come in. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use Playdough as Montessori Educational Toys \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur collection can form part of a great array of learning toys used to educate young minds! Here are three of the best ways to use it in a classroom of little ones: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatterns: Use the dough to make repeating patterns with colours and shapes, which is great for problem-solving. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSorting: Form small balls with playdough and ask them to sort them by colour, scent or size for perfect concentration \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wilddough.com.au\/collections\/playdough-tools\"\u003eskill building\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRolling and threading: Use it to make long snakes. Then, ask them to roll the snakes into balls or thread them through different objects. This is great for fine motor skills! \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUnlock Sensory Exploration and Grounding with Our Montessori Toys in Australia \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur non-toxic, ethically made playdough promotes sensory exploration, with different textures, scents, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wilddough.com.au\/collections\/playdough-kits\"\u003ecolours\u003c\/a\u003e that engage children's senses, providing a multi-dimensional experience that enhances their development. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe soft and squishy texture provides a therapeutic and calming effect, making it an ideal tool for relaxation. For more ideas on using our range to help regulate and calm, check out our beautiful lavender-scented set. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIgnite Their Learning Potential with Our Range of Montessori Toys \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a parent, caregiver or educator in Australia, you have the incredible opportunity to provide your child with the best learning and sensory development through the use of Montessori toys. Wild Dough's collection of locally-made playdough, cutters and kits caters to kids of all ages, supporting their cognitive, physical, and emotional growth. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmbrace the power of educational toys for toddlers and witness your child's learning potential flourish. Explore Wild Dough's range of educational toys today and embark on an enriching educational journey with the little one in your life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ca onclick=\"readmorecontent()\" id=\"myBtn\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e","image":{"created_at":"2021-05-18T19:39:56+10:00","alt":null,"width":1080,"height":1151,"src":"\/\/wilddough.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/0088D6D0-E7FA-41FD-9B23-1C9FC1BFBC99.jpg?v=1621330797"}},{"id":294643728564,"handle":"animal-playdough","updated_at":"2024-11-18T21:45:03+11:00","published_at":"2023-04-04T23:54:11+10:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"web","title":"Animal Playdough","body_html":"","image":{"created_at":"2023-04-04T23:54:09+10:00","alt":null,"width":5600,"height":2652,"src":"\/\/wilddough.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/animal_playdough.jpg?v=1680616450"}},{"id":296669249716,"handle":"black-friday-sale","updated_at":"2024-11-18T21:45:03+11:00","published_at":"2023-11-17T09:14:41+11:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"sale-collection","published_scope":"web","title":"Black Friday Sale","body_html":"\u003cp\u003eNo other discount codes are valid for use on sale items.\u003c\/p\u003e"},{"id":294643761332,"handle":"car-playdough","updated_at":"2024-11-18T21:45:03+11:00","published_at":"2023-04-05T00:04:09+10:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"web","title":"Car Playdough","body_html":"","image":{"created_at":"2023-04-05T00:04:08+10:00","alt":null,"width":693,"height":403,"src":"\/\/wilddough.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/car_playdough.png?v=1680617048"}},{"id":294643663028,"handle":"nature-playdough","updated_at":"2024-11-18T21:45:03+11:00","published_at":"2023-04-04T23:43:22+10:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"web","title":"Nature Playdough","body_html":"","image":{"created_at":"2023-04-04T23:43:20+10:00","alt":null,"width":757,"height":700,"src":"\/\/wilddough.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/nature_playdough.png?v=1680615801"}},{"id":137361522782,"handle":"rainbow-playdough","updated_at":"2024-11-18T21:45:03+11:00","published_at":"2019-08-24T17:37:50+10:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"web","title":"Rainbow Playdough","body_html":"\u003ch2\u003eUnleash Your Child's Imagination with our Rainbow Play Dough\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for bright fun coloured play dough then you are in the right place. Wild Dough is made with only the highest-quality ingredients, ensuring hours of imaginative playtime for your child.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its soft and pliable texture, our rainbow playdough is perfect for little hands to manipulate and shape into anything they can dream up. And the vibrant colours will ignite your child's imagination, giving them endless possibilities to explore..\u003cspan id=\"dots\"\u003e...\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"more\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wilddough.com.au\/products\/ultimate-rainbow-playdough-kit\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Ultimate Rainbow Kit\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003erainbow playdough sets\u003c\/a\u003e are also non-toxic and kid-safe, so you can feel confident that your child is playing with safe and healthy materials. Add some rainbow playdough to your child's next playtime for a fun and exciting twist on traditional playdough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Bright Playdough Can Inspire Creativity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDid you know that playing with all colours of the rainbow can help to unlock your child's creativity? It offers a unique sensory experience, allowing children to engage with their senses while they play. This stimulates their creativity and imagination, encouraging them to explore and experiment with different colors, shapes, and textures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlaying with bright playdough also provides an opportunity for kids to develop problem-solving skills as they experiment with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wilddough.com.au\/collections\/duo-colours\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Mixing Playdough Colours\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emixing colors\u003c\/a\u003e and creating new designs. And as they shape and mold the dough, they will be exercising their hand muscles and improving their dexterity. So not only is a rainbow of playdough fun, but it's also beneficial for your child's development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlus, our rainbow play dough is designed to last for months of playtime and can be easily rehydrated with water if it starts to dry out.\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ca id=\"myBtn\" onclick=\"readmorecontent()\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","image":{"created_at":"2019-10-07T19:44:35+11:00","alt":"Rainbow Play Dough","width":2048,"height":1024,"src":"\/\/wilddough.com.au\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/dough.jpg?v=1681792762"}},{"id":295143768244,"handle":"sale","updated_at":"2024-11-18T21:45:03+11:00","published_at":"2023-06-19T11:16:39+10:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"web","title":"Sale","body_html":""},{"id":294643630260,"handle":"space-playdough","updated_at":"2024-11-12T12:25:05+11:00","published_at":"2023-04-04T23:34:36+10:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"web","title":"Space Playdough","body_html":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eExplore a Whole New Universe of Galaxy Playdough\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReady for an out-of-this-world sensory experience? Look no further than Wild Dough's incredible collection of space playdough and space-themed cookie cutters. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cspan id=\"dots\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"more\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIgnite your child's imagination and take them on a cosmic journey with our captivating range. From shimmering stardust to thrilling alien escapades, the possibilities are endless. Take a look through our range to get started today. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiscover the Magic of Cosmic Space Playdough \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFly into a whole new universe with our intergalactic range. Each jar is filled with a mesmerising blend of colours and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wilddough.com.au\/collections\/glitter-playdough\"\u003eglitter\u003c\/a\u003e that mimic the beauty of the cosmos. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet your child explore the textures, mould it into planets, rockets, and galaxies, and create their very own astronomical landscapes. The sensory experience of squishing, squeezing, and shaping it will engage their tactile senses and foster creativity, whilst developing fine motor skills at the same time. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUnleash Creativity with Space Cookie Cutters \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake your galactic adventures to the next level with our range of interstellar-themed stencils. These intricately designed cutters come in various shapes like rockets, astronauts, planets, and aliens, and will support your child to bring their favorite solar system elements to life. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether they’re cutting into it to bake it into trinkets, or cooking up a sugar-cookie storm in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wilddough.com.au\/collections\/playdough-rolling-pins\"\u003ekitchen\u003c\/a\u003e, stars, UFOs, and other cosmic characters come to life with our range. Plus, with each masterpiece they create, children will experience a sense of accomplishment and pride, boosting their self-esteem and confidence. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEncourage Educational and Imaginative Joy with Galaxy Playdough \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot only are our products oodles of fun, they also provide an educational experience for your little one. As they play, they’ll learn about various celestial bodies and the vastness of the universe. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEncourage them to ask questions and spark their curiosity about the world, technology, science, and maths. By using our cookie cutters, they will also enhance their hand-eye coordination, creativity, concentration, and excitement for the universe. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect for All Ages and Occasions \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you have a toddler, a school-aged child, or simply love space yourself, our spectacular range of galaxy playdough is suitable for everyone. 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Made completely with no-nasties ingredients, we even scent with food-grade food essence (like used in cakes!) It's super soft, made specifically for little hands. You can leave it out all day and it won't dry out, but even if you leave it out all night, like the lid is left off (because we know kids do that) it's rehyratable! So you just need to add a few drops of water and knead and it will come back to original softness everyday of the week. We have customers who what been rehydrating their Wild Dough for over 2 years now!
Why everyone loves Wild Dough
There really is loads to love about Wild Dough. Here are the best bits:
- Smells Amazing
- Non-toxic kidsafe ingredients
- Perfectly soft for little hands
- Lasts easily for 6 months
- Rehydratable with water
- Developed by a mum for her own kids
- 100% Australian Made & Owned
- Eco friendly PET plastic jars - durable and lightweight
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Wild Dough is a multi award-winning playdough that kids play with longer. Its' cloud-like texture and sensory explosion promises love at first touch. It's scented, super soft and long lasting. Plus rehydratable easily with water to bring it back to its original softness anytime! Proudly made in Australia from no-nasty kid-safe ingredients.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I care for my dough, and rehydrate it if i leave it out?
General Dough Care
Play with it often and always put back in sealed jar/pouch after play. Clean hands before use and keep away from food.
Store in a cool dark place.
If left in direct sunlight for long periods the colours could change, usually it just needs a good knead to restore a consistent colour through it.
How to Rehydrate
If dough is left out and dries or is less soft, give it a good knead with your hands whilst adding 1 drop of water at a time.
Continue process until it's back to your ideal softness and stretch!
Is it safe to eat? And what if my kids have allergies?
Safety
Age recommendation 3+yrs.
Wild Dough is a toy and not recommended for consumption. Parent supervision required.
Allergen Information
Contains gluten.
Ingredients
All of our ingredients are 100% non-toxic and kid-safe. Whilst they are safe to consume we do not recommend it.
There's a reason that playdough is a core part of early childhood education, the benefits include:
- Fine motor skills
- Hand strengthening
- Imaginative & creative play
- Therapeutic
- Communication skills, vocabulary, literacy and numeracy
- Sensory stimulation
Ultimately, it's a wonderful non-screen way to make learning fun!
Do you use essential or fragrance oils?
No we scent with food-grade essence, the type used in cakes as it's important to use to keep our dough kid-safe. We do not use any type of frangrance oil or essential oil.
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