World Play Doh Day

Squishy Nostalgia: Celebrating World Play Doh Day

Remember those days of squishing and shaping colorful play dough into fantastical creations?
Do you remember the smell of play dough?
The feeling of it squishing between your fingers?
play dough is a childhood classic that has been enjoyed by generations of children.
Let’s dive into the colorful world of play dough and explore the art of sculpting childhood nostalgia.

A Molded History: From Wall Cleaner to play dough

Did you know Play Doh wasn’t born for sculpting?
Play Doh was invented in 1956 by Noah McVicker, a Cincinnati-based soap maker who was originally trying to create a wallpaper cleaner, but the mixture he created was too soft and pliable. He decided to give it to his children to play with, and they loved it!
The name “Play Doh” was chosen because it is a play on the words “play” and “dough.” It’s short, sweet, and says exactly what it’s meant for – play!
Play Doh was soon sold in stores, and it quickly became a hit with children all over the world.

Play Doh: The Good, the Bad, and the Squishy

Benefits:

• Sparks creativity, sensory play, endless possibilities. Sculpt anything from unicorns to spaghetti monsters!
• Squeezing play dough is oddly satisfying, like a mini stress ball. It’s calming and relaxing.
• It can help children to develop their fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and creativity.

Drawbacks:

• Prepare for rainbow-colored fingers. Sometimes Play-Doh ends up in the carpet, prompting a mini archaeological dig.
• play dough isn’t eternal; it dries up eventually. Especially when exposed to air for longer times.
• Contrary to sneaky nibbles, play dough isn’t a snack; it’s for the hands, not the tummy!
• It can also be a choking hazard for young children. Always supervise children who try to eat everything!

The Origin of World Play Doh Day

Hasbro, the creators of Play Doh, established this day in 2006 to celebrate the joy of sculpting and encourage creative play.
The purpose of World Play Doh Day is to celebrate the joy of playing with Play Doh and to encourage people of all ages to get creative.
And, obviously, to sell more Play-Doh. 

Celebrate Like a Kid (Because You Are One at Heart)

There are many ways to celebrate World Play Doh Day. Here are a few ideas:

• Sculpting Party: Invite friends for a play dough sculpting competition.
• DIY Play Dough: Learn how to make your own play dough by trying out different online tutorials.
• Play Dough Recipe Swap: Share your favorite DIY play dough recipes.
• play dough Art Gallery: Snap, squish, and share your play dough masterpieces with the world. Use hashtags like #WorldPlayDohDay and #PlayDoughMagic.

Sculpt Away!

So get out your play dough and let your imagination run wild. The only thing better than eating it is making things with it!
So, folks, get your hands in that squishy goodness, and if anyone asks why you’re celebrating World Play Doh Day by crafting a life-size play dough sculpture of a T-Rex in your backyard, just tell ’em Wild Calendar gave you permission to do so!
Happy sculpting, everyone!

Disclaimer:
Don’t eat any type of play dough. It’s not good for you and certainly does not taste as good as it smells.