Simple Fun Slime Mix Recipes for Kids
Here are a few simple and safe slime recipes that are great for kids:Basic Slime Recipe
Ingredients:
– 1/2 cup of glue (clear or white school glue works)
– 1/2 cup of water
– 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
– 1 tablespoon of contact lens solution (must contain boric acid)
Instructions:
1. Mix Glue and Water: In a bowl, mix the glue and water until well combined.
2. Add Baking Soda: Add the baking soda to the glue mixture and stir until dissolved.
3. Add Contact Lens Solution: Slowly add the contact lens solution to the mixture, stirring continuously. The slime will start to form and pull away from the sides of the bowl.
4. Knead: Once it’s not too sticky, take it out of the bowl and knead it with your hands until it’s smooth. If it’s too sticky, you can add a bit more contact lens solution.
Fluffy Slime
Ingredients:
– 1 cup of white glue
– 1 cup of shaving cream
– 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
– 1 tablespoon of contact lens solution
Instructions:
1. Combine Glue and Shaving Cream:Mix glue and shaving cream in a bowl until it’s fluffy.
2. Add Baking Soda:Stir in the baking soda.
3. Add Contact Lens Solution: Gradually add the contact lens solution while stirring until the slime forms.
4. Knead: Knead until the slime is no longer sticky.
Glitter Slime
Ingredients:
– 1/2 cup of clear glue
– 1/2 cup of water
– Glitter (as much as you want)
– 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
– 1 tablespoon of contact lens solution
Instructions:
1. Mix Glue, Water, and Glitter: Combine glue, water, and glitter in a bowl.
2. Add Baking Soda:Stir in the baking soda until it’s fully mixed.
3. Add Contact Lens Solution: Add contact lens solution, stirring until slime starts to form.
4. Knead:Knead the slime until it’s less sticky.
Safety Tips:
Always supervise kids when making slime, especially with contact lens solution.
Avoid playing with slime on furniture or carpets as it might be difficult to clean.
Wash hands before and after playing with slime.
Store slime in an airtight container to keep it from drying out.
These recipes are fun, educational, and introduce kids to basic chemistry concepts in a playful way. Enjoy making slime!
