9 Slime Recipes Kids Will Love

Simple Slime Formula

What makes slime so enjoyable? Children can handle a squishy, tacky, stretchy material while receiving a science lesson at the same time. Introduce them to polymers and cross-linking agents through this entertaining and informative activity.

Simple Slime Formula from The Spruce

Airy Slime

Shaving foam, saline mixture, and classroom glue come together to make a simple, non-tacky slime base. Mix in several drops of coloring or a sprinkle of glitter, and you’ll have a child-safe putty that feels fluffier than sticky. Invite children to design a unique figure when play is finished, then let it sit overnight so they can keep their slime-inspired creation.

Puffy Slime from Making Life Blissful

Sparkly Glue Slime

For an especially fast batch of slime whenever you need it, skip a step by purchasing school glue that already contains glitter. Pour in liquid starch, then continue kneading the mixture by hand until it achieves the ideal texture.

Helpful hint: Buy every ingredient in larger quantities online so you can make slime at short notice or whenever rainy weather cancels outdoor activities.

Sparkly Glue Slime from Mom Luck

Washing Detergent Slime

Keep children busy while you tackle laundry chores. Take some laundry detergent—an added benefit if it comes in a soft purple or pale teal shade—and mix in a thickening substance to create a non-shiny slime that won’t cling to little hands. You can also make pleasantly scented slime, such as fresh linen or lavender, by choosing a fragranced soap for this activity.

Washing Detergent Slime from The Typical Mom

Marshmallow Goo

Gather the ingredients from your kitchen to create this edible putty. With an adult watching, warm marshmallows and cooking oil in the microwave, then stir in cornstarch and knead the mixture until the slime forms. This recipe is completely non-toxic and suitable for especially curious little ones who are still discovering the world through tasting.

Marshmallow Slime from Little Bins for Little Hands

Unicorn Putty

Purchase pastel food coloring and embrace the unicorn putty trend. Prepare a large amount of slime using your favorite recipe, divide it into three portions, and blend several drops of soft blue, pink, and purple coloring into each one. Twist the pastel sections together to create a marbled slime that children will enjoy stretching and squishing into a vibrant, unicorn-horn-like mixture.

Unicorn Putty from The Best Ideas for Kids

Cocoa Slime

Naturally sweet and chocolate-scented, this edible recipe is a fun kitchen project for children. Invite them to combine cornstarch, cocoa powder, and coconut milk to make this batch. It’s a gentle, kid-friendly formula they’ll enjoy preparing. Add chocolate chips or colorful sprinkles to give slime playtime a delicious finishing touch.

Chocolate Slime by The Soccer Mom Blog

Foam Ball Slime

The addition of tiny foam balls makes this lively ooze even more fun to touch, while kids can spend hours stretching and squeezing it. Pick up large bottles of neon food coloring (handy for everything from cupcakes to crepes), then tint several batches to create a rainbow of bubbly slime that delightfully pops and crackles as it is handled.

Foam Ball Slime by Mother’s Niche

Transparent Baking Soda Slime

Leaving the mixture transparent and without color gives this slime a scientific twist. Children can incorporate beads, buttons, or other small pieces to investigate different textures and surfaces. Invite them to pull the slime until it becomes see-through, then observe objects through it for a hands-on alternative to a kaleidoscope.