August 28, 2009
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I posted a recipe for Flubber last year and we decided it would be a fun rainy day activity to do today.
(Especially, since the kids were moaning with boredom because they are grounded from the computer, the TV, AND all their basement toys – I’m tired of cleaning them up)
Here’s the recipe again:
Bowl #1 – Mix thoroughly
- 1 cup white glue
- 3/4 c warm water
- food coloring (opt.)
Bowl #2 – mix thoroughly
- 1/2 c. warm water
- 2 t. Borax (20 Mule Team is one brand)
After mixing each bowl separately, mix them together. It is amazingly cool as a polymer is formed. Read about the science behind the reaction here.
Stir with a spoon, or for the more adventurous, mix with your hands. Don’t quit, the gluey slime will suddenly harden into a great cross between slime and silly putty.
Even the baby can enjoy Flubber, just make sure he doesnt’ eat it.
Posted under Homeschool Crafts, Science Curriculum
