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How to Make Slime for an Experiment

Using slime for an experiment is a creative way to capture and hold your students' attention while you teach them about science. Slime is also known as a polymer, which is the scientific word for matter that possesses the qualities of both a liquid and a solid. After you have engaged your students by making your first batch of slime, you can let them conduct a slime experiment on their own. The Science Bob website suggests having your students conduct experiments that answer questions like, "How can you make the polymer stretch the farthest?" or "What method of storage will make the polymer last the longest?"

Things You'll Need

  • 8 oz. bottle liquid white craft glue
  • Mixing bowl
  • 1 1/2 cups warm water
  • Spoon
  • Food coloring (you pick the color)
  • Plastic cup
  • 1 tsp. borax powder
  • Resealable plastic bag
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Instructions

    • 1

      Empty the 8 oz. bottle of liquid white craft glue into the mixing bowl. Fill the glue bottle with water, screw on the lid and shake vigorously. Empty the contents of the bottle into the mixing bowl. Stir the glue and water together until fully incorporated. Put two drops of food coloring into the mixing bowl and stir until color is fully incorporated.

    • 2

      Measure 1/2 cup of warm water and 1 tsp. borax powder into your plastic cup. Mix until most of the powder is dissolved. Pour a small amount of the Borax solution into the mixing bowl that contains glue. Stir slowly with the spoon until the texture of the glue begins to turn into a slick slime.

    • 3

      Stir in a bit more of the borax solution into the mixing bowl. Use your hands to continue mixing. Repeat this process until the slime reaches your desired consistency.

    • 4

      Let your finished slime product rest for 30 seconds. Play with the slime or place it in a resealable plastic bag for storage.

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