Super Bouncy Balls
Create your own colorful and fun bouncy balls at home with simple materials like glue and cornstarch, a perfect crafting activity for all ages.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup White school glue Easy to find in craft stores
- 0.5 cup Cornstarch Often located in the baking aisle
- few drops Food coloring Optional, choose your favorite colors
- 1 Small bowl For mixing
- 1 Spoon or stick For stirring
Optional Items
- 1 sheet Wax paper For a non-stick surface to ease cleanup
- small amount water Water To help with consistency
Instructions
Preparation
- Pour a generous amount of white school glue into your mixing bowl.
- Add a small amount of water and stir gently until the glue becomes a little more fluid.
- Gradually incorporate cornstarch into the glue and water mixture, stirring until it thickens into a paste.
- If desired, add a few drops of food coloring to achieve your preferred hue and mix well.
- Shape the mixture into small balls using your hands, rolling until smooth.
Drying
- Let the bouncy balls rest on the non-stick surface to dry for several hours or overnight.
Notes
Experiment with glitter, different color combinations, sizes, or shapes! Store bouncy balls in a dry place; moisture can affect their bounciness.