Super Bouncy Balls
A simple and fun craft to make bouncy balls at home with kids using glue, borax, water, and cornstarch.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 bouncy balls
- Category: Craft
- Method: Crafting
- Cuisine: N/A
- Diet: N/A
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon white school glue (PVA glue)
- 1/2 teaspoon borax powder
- 3 tablespoons warm water
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Food coloring (any color)
- Disposable cup and spoon or popsicle stick for stirring
- Plastic gloves (optional, for easy cleanup)
- Zip-top bag or airtight container (for storage)
Instructions
- In a disposable cup, mix 1 tablespoon of white school glue with 3 tablespoons of warm water. Whisk to combine.
- Dissolve 1/2 teaspoon of borax powder in a splash of warm water in a separate cup.
- Pour the borax solution into the glue mixture slowly while stirring continuously.
- Add in the cornstarch and mix until smooth.
- Add food coloring and mix until desired color is achieved.
- Knead the mixture until it forms a ball, adjusting with borax or warm water as necessary.
- Store the bouncy balls in a zip-top bag or airtight container.
Notes
Wear gloves for easier cleanup and work on a non-stick surface. Adjust the texture by adding cornstarch or warm water as needed.
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