Play dough, made from clay, is the toy that children love during their childhood. It is perfect for all ages because it is non-toxic and reusable. While the clay often ends up dried-out on th

Play dough, made from clay, is the toy that children love during their childhood. It is perfect for all ages because it is non-toxic and reusable. While the clay often ends up dried-out on the kitchen table, the benefits of this simple toy far (28) ________ the costs. When children are forming play dough into different shapes, they are directly building up (29) ________ in their tiny hands. The acts of squeezing, rolling, (30) ________ and more help the children develop muscles used in their hands for useful fine motor (31) ________ in the future, such as holding a pencil or using scissors. In addition, squeezing play dough is great for helping calm down children. Playing with the clay can help ease (32) ________, release excess energy, improve focus, and express emotions. If a child is feeling stressed, a container of play dough can wash their worries away.

 28. WEIGH

29. STRONG
30. FLAT
31. MOVE

32. TENSE