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DIY Dinosaur Eggs

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A fun and engaging DIY project for kids to create dinosaur eggs using simple household materials.

Ingredients

  • Baking soda
  • Cornstarch
  • Warm water
  • Food coloring (optional)
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spoon or whisk
  • Surface for drying
  • Small plastic dinosaurs (or other small toys)

Instructions

  1. Combine two parts baking soda with one part cornstarch in a mixing bowl.
  2. Add warm water gradually to the dry ingredients until you achieve a dough-like consistency.
  3. Mix in food coloring slowly if using.
  4. Mold the mixture into egg shapes.
  5. Press a small dinosaur into the center of each egg if desired.
  6. Place the eggs on a drying surface for at least 24 hours.
  7. Decorate the eggs once they are dry if you’d like.

Notes

Expect a moderate mess level, but clean-up is manageable. Kids will enjoy the tactile experience and opportunity for creativity.

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