8 Cool Slime Recipes for Kids
Cornstarch Slime(Ages 5-11)
If you’ve ever wondered why it might be hard to get out of quicksand, it’s because it can act like both a liquid and a solid. Cornstarch slime is a fun substance that does this too! When a substance like this has properties of both liquids and solids, they are called non-Newtonian fluids, which you’ll learn more about in this experiment. You’ll also explore what interactions make it go from one state to another. When you slowly press your fingers into cornstarch slime —stored in a Ziploc bag —it’ll feel like a liquid. But when you quickly press your fingers into it, it becomes as hard as a rock! Why do you think that is?
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Fluffy Slime(Ages 5-16)
Take your slime game to the next level! Shaving cream makes this special concoction soft, squishy, and irresistible.
Valentine's Day Flubber(Ages 3-8)
This Valentine's Day, nothing says "love" quite like a giant tub of flubber! Borax (sodium tetraborate) is a naturally-occurring mineral salt commonly used as a laundry booster or cleaner. As with any other cleaning product, it should be kept away from children not under direct supervision of an adult. Do not allow children to ingest Borax. If consumed, contact a poison control center immediately. Wash hands after play, as prolonged skin exposure may cause irritation.
St Patrick's Day Slime(Ages 5-16)
St. Patrick's Day is just around the corner, and if you're a teacher or parent looking for fun ways to celebrate with your kids, then St. Patrick's Day slime is a great idea!
St. Patrick's Day Slime is a popular DIY project these days, but it’s also an educational opportunity to learn about non-newtonian fluids.
Create an amazing, oozing mix of ingredients that encourages sensory play. Don't worry about getting a little messy, because who doesn't like slime?
Homemade Slime(Ages 3-11)
Make Your Own Slime!
My kids love cool (/ gross!) sensory activities, and so I'm always on the lookout for fun things to explore together. We've explored oobleck here before, and when I saw this project for homemade slime on this awesome site, I knew we had to check it out during the Halloween season.
Borax (sodium tetraborate) is a naturally-occurring mineral salt commonly used as a laundry booster or cleaner. As with any other cleaning product, it should be kept away from children not under direct supervision of an adult. Do not allow children to ingest Borax. If consumed, contact a poison control center immediately. Wash hands after play, as prolonged skin exposure may cause irritation.
Golden Pirate Slime(Ages 3-11)
Yo-ho-ho! Lately we've had pirates, buried treasure, and high-seas adventures on our minds, so we decided to create golden pirate slime! Create an amazing, oozing mix of ingredients that encourages sensory play fun. Don't worry about getting a little messy, because who doesn't like slime? Bury little treasures inside your golden slime and dig them out!
Make Slime With Cornstarch(Ages 3-8)
It's so fun to get your hands dirty and play with squishy, slimy, ooze! Here's how my son and I made slime with cornstarch. Since my son's favorite is green, he decided neon green was the perfect shade for his cornstarch slime.
Want more slimey science fun without the hassle of gathering materials? Explore the science of thermochromism with Color Changing Slime from the KiwiCo Store!
Shamrock Slime(Ages 5-16)
Create an amazing, oozing mix of ingredients that encourages sensory play. Don't worry about getting a little messy, because who doesn't like slime?