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We have been playing with sand in all sorts of ways, and we have been having so much fun!
Today, we combined a few common ingredients to make sand that the kids can really "sink into" this summer. Rosie and Jewel had a blast with this homemade quicksand! Read on for the full recipe tutorial.
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What kid wouldn't want to play and explore in their own pit of quicksand? This activity explores a bit of science, and it is sure to be a hit with all ages.
Quicksand Recipe for Kids
Materials
- Corn Starch
- Play Sand
- Water
Method
- Begin by combining roughly equal amounts of cornstarch and play sand in a large bin or container.
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- Slowly begin to add water and mix, slowly adding more water and mixing until the desired consistency is reached.
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- You want the sand to be mold-able but not too wet.
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- That's it. Once the ingredients are combined play can begin!
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Quicksand Play for Kids
Homemade quicksand is like magic! It acts as both a liquid and a solid interchangeably. It can be molded and formed into shapes.
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But, as soon as hands are still the sand will transform into ooze!
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Kids can walk across the surface of the sand if they move quickly.
However, if they move slowly they will sink!
However, if they move slowly they will sink!
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Now THAT'S cool science, don't you think?
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MORE SAND RECIPES FOR KIDS
A Few Tips:
- You can add more sand for a grainier texture or more cornstarch for more OOZE. The recipe is not an exact science and exploring the materials is a big part of the fun.
- Play sand can be purchased in large bags at Home Depot or online here.
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