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    How to Make Pom Pom Slime for Kids

    Published: May 23, 2018 · Modified: Sep 16, 2022 by Vicky · This post contains affiliate links.

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    I don't know when slime got so popular, but it is everywhere. Remember how hot fidget spinners were? Well, it seems to me like slime has over taken fidget spinners as the hot new sensory toy. But what do you do when your kids keep wanting to buy slime or even worse, keep asking you to make it. If you have ever tried making slime, then you know it doesn't always come out perfectly, which leads to disappointed kids and frustrated moms. But making perfect slime doesn't have to be difficult. I love this easy slime recipe because it includes colorful and squishy poms poms which just adds to the sensory fun for kids. Learn how to make pom pom slime for kids with this simple tutorial. Then check out these 25 Ways to Play and Learn with Pom Poms.

    I love this pom pom slime recipe because it includes colorful and squishy poms poms which just adds to the sensory fun for kids. Check out how easy it is to make slime with this tutorial.

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    • Why kids will love this slime recipe
    • Supplies needed
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    Why kids will love this slime recipe

    • Fun sensory activity
    • Adds a festive flair to slime
    • Colorful, stretchy fun

    Supplies needed

    • 1 5 oz container clear glue
    • 1 cup hot water
    • ⅓ teaspoon borax
    • ¼ cup room temperature water
    • clear glue
    • pom poms

    How to Make Pom Pom Slime

    Disclaimer: Please supervise your kids when making slime and have them wash their hands when they are done playing. This is not edible.

    ingredients to make pom pom slime

    To make pom pom slime for kids you will start out by pouring 1 cup of hot water into a container. Add ⅓ teaspoon of borax and mix well until dissolved. Fill another bowl with ¼ cup room temperature water and empty an entire bottle (5 oz) of clear elmer's glue into it.

    pouring clear glue

    Add in your pompoms. If you would like to add glitter, to the slime now would be the time to do it. Mix well.

    pom poms in glue

    Pour the entire water/glue bowl into the first bowl of the water and borax mixture. The slime begin to form immediately.

    making pom pom slime


    Let the mixture sit for about 30 seconds to a minute and wipe out your empty bowl.

    how to make pom pom slime

    Pick up the slime from the water and borax solution and transfer it to the empty bowl. It will be sticky at first, but that is fine. Knead the pom pom slime and it will thicken up and finish forming. If your slime is still way too sticky, splash some of the borax water on it and continue kneading it.

    hand squeezing pom pom slime

    At first, your slime will appear a bit cloudy but it will clear up once you begin to play with it.

    pom pom slime recipe

           

    Store your pom pom slime in an airtight container.

    pom pom slime in a bowl

    Kids will love the stretchy slime made with glue and pom poms. It is colorful and has a wonderful texture. Don't be intimidated by making slime. With the right recipe, you can have fabulous results! If you are looking for more fun ways to use pom poms check out this awesome Pom Pom Bubbles sensory bin from Happy Toddler Playtime.

    stretchy clear pom pom slime

    Frequently asked questions

    How do I store this pom pom slime recipe?

    You can store your slime in an airtight container. These are our favorite containers.

    I only have white glue can I use that?

    You can certainly substitute the white glue for the clear. Just know that it will not be as colorful as the white glue somewhat mutes the colors of the pom poms.

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    Hi, I'm Vicky, the founder and content creator at Mess For Less. If you are looking for family-friendly recipes, recipes that kids can make, and play and learning activities for kids, you will find them at Mess For Less. I invite you to learn more about me. Thanks for stopping by!

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