My toddler is starting to show interest in creative play, and I've heard Play-Doh can be a good option. What might be some fun activities?

Play-Doh can help your toddler develop creativity and imagination. Squishing, rolling, and stretching Play-Doh improves fine motor skills and sensory awareness in children. Dried beans or buttons can add texture for a more tactile experience.

Also, Play-Doh encourages imaginative play. Give your toddler cookie cutters, plastic utensils, or toy animals, and watch them build structures, feed animals, or pretend to eat. Create a story with Play-Doh and let your child add elements to develop their imagination and language skills.

Learning activities with Play-Doh include shape and color recognition. Name the dough shapes or show how to mix colors to make new ones. Use cookie cutters to make shapes and have your toddler count or sort them by color.

Keep it simple, play with your child, and don't worry about the mess—it's part of the fun!