Finger Paints

*add food coloring or tempera paint for color.

1/2 cup cornstarch

2 - 3/4 cup water

1 Tbsp glycerin

Mix cornstarch with 1/4 cup cold water.  Gradually add 2 cups hot water, stirring to prevent lumps. Cook over low heat until it begins to boil.  Remove from heat and add another 1/2 cup cold water and 1 tablespoon glycerin. (makes it slippery and keeps it from drying out)