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Glitter Bouncy Ball

Stem Activities

Ages: 6-8

Less than 30 minutes

Grownup needed

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No child can resist something that sparkles and bounces! With simple materials and steps, you can create your very own unique bouncy ball. Enjoy the making process!

Materials Needed

Plate
Borax
Water
Mixing stick
Measuring spoons
Dropper
Clear glue
Glitter

An assortment of materials, likely for a science experiment or craft project, is arranged on a light woodgrain table. From left to right, the items include: a small glass beaker with a white powder, a glass measuring cup with a wooden handle containing clear liquid, three small containers of colorful glitter or beads (pink, orange, and purple), a clear bottle with a blue cap containing a clear liquid (possibly glue), a white plate with bear-ear-shaped protrusions, a wooden stirring stick, two black measuring spoons of different sizes, and a clear pipette or dropper. This image likely depicts the ingredients and tools gathered before starting the activity.

Step-by-step tutorial

Step 1

Mix 1/2 teaspoon of borax into 60ml of water and stir until dissolved. Be careful not to get the borax solution in your eyes.

A hand holds a black 1/2 teaspoon measuring spoon filled with white granules, likely salt or sugar, over a clear glass measuring cup containing water. The cup sits on a light woodgrain table, and the water level is between the 15ml and 30ml markings. A small, brown cylindrical object, possibly a cork or wooden dowel, floats in the water. The image likely depicts a step in a science experiment demonstrating density or solubility.

Step 2

Pour three tablespoons of clear glue onto the plate.

A hand pours a clear liquid from a small, black measuring spoon onto a white plate with bear-ear-shaped protrusions. The plate sits on a light woodgrain table, and a small puddle of the liquid is forming on the plate's surface. This image likely depicts a stage in a recipe or experiment where a liquid ingredient is being added.

Step 3

Choose your favourite glitter and pour it onto the plate, mixing it thoroughly with the glue using the mixing stick.

A hand pours iridescent purple glitter from a small, clear container onto a white plate with bear-ear-shaped protrusions. Some glitter has already been poured onto the plate, and the plate sits on a light woodgrain table. This image likely depicts adding glitter to a craft project, perhaps slime making or another similar activity.

Step 4

Using the dropper, gradually add 6ml of borax solution, adding 1ml at a time while continuously stirring the mixture.

Two hands are engaged in mixing a substance on a white plate with bear-ear-shaped protrusions. One hand holds a clear pipette or dropper above the plate, while the other hand stirs a swirling mixture of a clear liquid and purple glitter with a small wooden stick. The plate rests on a light woodgrain table. This image likely depicts a step in making slime or a similar craft project.

Step 5

Stir until the glue mixture begins to solidify, then roll it into a ball with your hands. If the mixture is too soft, use the dropper to add another 1-2ml of borax solution.

A small, oval-shaped piece of light purple slime or putty, speckled with glitter, rests on a white plate with bear-ear-shaped protrusions. The plate sits on a light woodgrain table. This image likely shows the finished product of a slime-making activity.

Step 6

Your glitter bouncy ball is now ready to play with! Try making different variations using different coloured glitter. Remember to wash your hands thoroughly after playing.

Two hands hold a small, bright pink ball and a sparkly purple ball. Both balls appear to be made of a soft, rubbery, or gel-like material. The hands release the balls, and they bounce on a light wooden surface. The video showcases the bouncy and tactile qualities of two colorful balls.

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