When I heard that there was a recipe to make your very own bouncy balls, I thought it was too good to be true! The best part is, they're so easy to make even the kids can help you with it.
A simple recipe that translates a rainy day, or hot summer afternoon into a day of fun for everyone!
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Materials Needed:
- ½ cup warm water
- 1 tablespoon borax
- 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons white liquid glue
- food coloring
Directions:
In a cup mix the warm water and the borax.
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In another cup mix the glue, cornstarch, and food coloring.
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Pour the glue mixture into the water-borax cup.
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The glue mixture will harden after 10 seconds; use a fork to take it out of the water. If the glue mixture is still sticky, squish it with your hands and dip it back in the water.
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Roll the mixture in your hands to make a ball. The more you handle the mixture the firmer it will become.
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You are done!