Description
Create your own fun and vibrant bouncy balls using simple ingredients in a hands-on science activity.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup white school glue
- 1/4 cup warm water
- 1/4 cup liquid starch
- 1 tablespoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup sugar crystals
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, mix the glue and warm water until smooth.
- Add baking soda to the mixture and stir until dissolved.
- Gradually pour in the liquid starch while stirring continuously.
- Sprinkle in cornstarch and knead until smooth and pliable.
- Stir in sugar crystals evenly into the mixture.
- Add food coloring if desired and mix well.
- Roll the mixture into small balls, about 1/2 inch in diameter.
- Let the balls rest for a few minutes to firm up.
Notes
Store finished bouncy balls in an airtight container at room temperature. Avoid humid environments.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: N/A
- Calories: 0
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: DIY, crafting, bouncy balls, educational activities, science experiments