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Plasticine takes a backseat, and store shelves are filled with high-quality modeling kits to make creativity easy and exciting. Each individual material is endowed with its own properties, we will talk about them in more detail later.
A children's modeling kit and what it includes
Manufacturers try to make creative sets for modeling from plasticine source complete so that you don't have to waste your time looking for missing tools and parts. Some sets even include a box that turns into a playing field.
Thematic sculpting sets are equipped with special 3D forms, tools, blanks and other additions.
A striking example of the variety of creative sets is the "Mister Dough" series from TM Strateg. The sets of this series differ in their size, configuration and thematic direction (barbecue, Italian cuisine, desserts, ice cream and professions).
The large set "Ice cream maker" is presented in the form of a suitcase, which can easily be turned into a table. On such a table, it will be convenient for the child not only to sculpt, but also to store the components of his set. The transparent cover is removable and you can put toys or molded figurines inside.
Similar sets can be used as a gift for your child, godchild, nephew or brother.
Materials included in the sets
Do you remember what you had to sculpt from in your childhood? Hard plasticine that needs to be kneaded for half an hour so that at least something can be created from it. Or clay in pits dug in the yard is also not the most convenient material for children's modeling.
Among the materials that are available now, it is possible to distinguish: modeling dough, air mass, slimes and kinetic sand.
Modeling dough is considered the safest for children from 3 years of age. But the child should not be left unattended while playing. Especially if the set contains small items that can be easily swallowed.
The air mass for modeling is distinguished by its lightness. It is very soft and takes absolutely any shape that the child gives it during play. Such a mass hardens quickly enough, and as a result, children are left with frozen and light figures that do not break when they fall.
Kinetic sand is a natural material with additives that prevent it from drying out. Therefore, the child will always be able to sculpt from wet sand, which creates pleasant tactile sensations useful for the development of tactile perception.
Slimes are a modern anti-stress that is loved not only by children. Among the many different options, you can find: slime with additives (hearts, fruit slices, insects), shiny slimes, with a smell, very stretchy and crunchy. This mass can be stretched, twisted, torn, and it will still return to its original shape.
A wide range of creative sets for modeling allows you to diversify the child's leisure time, develop his creativity and creative thinking. Such sets do not limit the child's imagination, but on the contrary, make them come up with something interesting and new.
