Many play doughs available to buy and in children’s care settings are made from wheat flour, and therefore are unsuitable for Coeliac children. Fortunately it’s easy to make your own.

Gluten-free play dough

Ingredients

• 4oz rice flour
• 4 oz cornflour
• 4 oz salt
• 2 tsp cream of tartar
• 8 oz water
• ½ tsp vegetable oil
• Food colouring

Method

Mix everything together, stir on a low heat until the mixture thickens up. Form a dough ball and knead out any lumps. Store in an airtight container.

N.B. Remember to check the Food List for gluten-free brands of rice flour, corn flour and cream of tartar.