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How to Make Magnetic Slime {A Step-by-step Science Activity}

In the past, Paige shared about how you can teach physics at home. Now we want to share a super fun science activity you can use to play and learn about physics - magnetic slime!

How to make Magnetic Slime

 

Magnetic slime - a super fun science activity.

For this science activity, you will need white glue, water, iron filings, some Borax, and a few magnets. 

To make your own magnetic slime, start by mixing the following in a plastic baggie:

  • 4oz white glue
  • 4oz of water
  • about a half teaspoon of iron filings 

Then, in a separate cup, mix:

  • a quarter cup of water
  • half a teaspoon of Borax 

Next, combine the Borax solution with the baggie and knead until slime forms. Once your slime is ready, pull it out of the baggie, leaving any remaining liquid inside. Put the slime on a plate and let the magnetic fun begin! 

Use the magnets to experiment with the slime and pull it in different directions. You can also test the strength of a magnet by seeing how much of the slime it can pull up.

More Science Activities for Magnets

Have some more fun with magnets using these ideas:

Or check out the following programs to learn about magnets:


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