As I mentioned in previous post, the grandchildren were here for a visit. One of our projects focused on making slime – another project (a standard for Pre-K teachers) was goop or oobleck. This is another great sensory experience for young children.

Like slime, it is easy to make but a little messy so cover your table or work surface to help in the clean-up.

Goop (Oobleck)

Cornstarch

Water

Liquid water color (Optional)

There are no proportions, that is part of the experience. Pour some cornstarch into a mixing container. Then gradually add water and mix. The cornstarch and water makes a substance that is solid in the dish but turns to a fluid when you pick it up. Again, lots of good messy fun for young children.

Pour cornstarch in container and gradually add water

Start mixing

Lots of stuff to do with mixture

For color, use liquid water colors (available at arts and craft stores)

Lots of concentration!

Have fun!