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Goop Recipe

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Goop is a fun sensory play activity that is easy to make with just a few ingredients. Children can have fun and benefit from a playful science lesson while learning.

Written by: Bellbird  

Ingredients:

 

  • 2 cups salt
  • 2/3 cup water
  • 1 cup corn flour
  • 1/2 cup water

Method

  • Stir salt and 2/3 cup water in a saucepan over low to medium heat for 4-5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat
  • Mix corn flour with 1/2 cup water and add to the mix in saucepan. Stir until smooth.
  • Return mixture to low heat and continue to stir until good has thickened, this will happen quickly.

 

Download a printable activity sheet

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