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If you are making slime with a multi age group the babies and toddlers will often watch how the older children are playing and then try to replicate or explore in their own way. Not because it’s edible, but because its better to pour down your drain than regular plastic glitter.

Jodie Clarke is an early childhood professional supporting educators who want and need to stay passionate about the work they do!Collect flowers together and use the slime pushed into recycled lids as a base to create florist arrangements. Older children will enjoy the processes of measuring, mixing, pouring, whisking and kneading and you can go into greater detail about the scientific processes taking place. A large shallow tray placed flat on the grass or floor works well for the younger children – especially if not confident standing and walking yet. I’d caution against trying to double the recipe as even this small amount easily bubbles over the bowl when making it in the microwave – worth taking a little extra time to make batches separately.

It will begin to thicken quickly and this is a fascinating science activity to show the children if they can see safely into your microwave.I've collected 5 of my absolute favourite DIY slime recipes in this post for you to try – these are the ones I have used over many years with my own children and also while working with babies and toddlers in both early learning centre and Family Day Care environments.

Cup WaterFood colouring or edicol colour dyes {Optional} I used edicol dye because I use them to colour my DIY cornflour paint base as well and they wash out of clothes so easily!PLEASE NOTE : Although I define these recipes as safe for use around young children there is always still a need for common sense and close supervision when offering these type of experiences to younger children – some are obviously better suited to toddlers who aren't at the mouthing stage but you know the developmental stages and capacities of your children the best so please modify according to individual needs.

Mix well – this is a wonderful colour mixing and naming activity for the children to take part in so try and involve them in the preparation process if you can. Jodie is mum to 3 in Australia and has already helped thousands of educators with their work through her popular blog posts, activity ideas, online training and e-books.This slime recipe is best prepped the night before so the balls have time to draw in the moisture, soften and swell.