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    Modified: Feb 16, 2024 · Published: May 23, 2018 by Vicky · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    How to Make Pom Pom Slime for Kids

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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.

    Jump to:
    • Why kids will love this slime recipe
    • Supplies needed
    • How to Make Pom Pom Slime
    • Frequently asked questions
    • Do your kids love science?
    • Related posts

    Why kids will love this slime recipe

    • Fun sensory activity for little hands.
    • The pom poms add a colorful flair to the slime, similar to festive nature of this Confetti Slime from The Inspiration Edit.
    • 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.

    Do your kids love science?

    Easy experiments are so much fun for kids and they are not intimidating for parents. If you are looking for some more easy experiments, the Spangler Science Club delivers amazing hands-on science to your door every month. Join Today! These make great gifts for budding scientists. Each month, your child will receive the most amazing science experiments delivered to your door.

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    I'm Vicky, the founder of Mess For Less, which I started in 2011 to share easy, family-friendly recipes. With over a decade of experience as a home chef and recipe developer, I love creating meals that bring people together. I also design play and learning activities for kids, using my background as a former teacher with a Master’s degree in education. Learn more about me.

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