Learn to Create a Bouncy Ball with Just 3 Simple Ingredients! These DIY bouncy balls are not only super cool but also make for a fun science experiment!
Both kids and adults can make their own homemade bouncy ball in just a few minutes. It’s a quick and easy craft that’s sure to provide hours of fun!
How to Make a Bouncy Ball
Learn How to Make a Bouncy Ball in Under 5 Minutes with Just a Few Simple Ingredients!
MATERIALS:
- 1/4 cup Boiling water
- 1/2 Tablespoon Borax
- 2 Tablespoons Elmer’s clear glue
- Glitter
EQUIPMENT:
- Measuring cup
- Measuring spoons
- Small bowl
- Spoon
INSTRUCTIONS:
Step 1: Gather Your Supplies
Collect all the materials you’ll need for the bouncy ball project.
Step 2: Prepare the Borax Solution
Pour boiling water into a measuring cup, then add the borax and stir until it dissolves completely.
Stir the mixture well until the borax is fully dissolved. Set it aside to cool.
Step 3: Mix the Ingredients
Pour the clear glue into a small bowl.
Add glitter in your favorite color to the glue. Stir until the glitter is evenly mixed in. Use about 1/4 teaspoon of glitter—just enough to see the color in the mixture. Be careful not to add too much, or the bouncy ball will lose its cool see-through appearance.
Add 1 teaspoon of the borax solution to the glitter glue and stir well to combine.
Add another teaspoon of the borax solution and stir until the mixture becomes jelly-like and too thick to stir.
Step 4: Form the Bouncy Ball
Pick up the thick slime and squish it together with your hands, ensuring there are no sticky glue spots left. Start shaping it into a smooth, round ball.
Roll the ball between your palms, just like you would with cookie dough. It may be wet and a bit tricky to roll at first, but keep going! The ball will become easier to shape as you continue.
Continue rolling the ball until you have a smooth, round shape. If needed, wet your fingertips with the extra borax solution to smooth down the surface. For a perfectly round shape, you can also place the ball in a round mold.
Continue rolling the ball until you have a smooth, round shape. If needed, wet your fingertips with the extra borax solution to smooth down the surface. For a perfectly round shape, you can also place the ball in a round mold.
Now, have fun playing with your new bouncy ball! Your DIY bouncy ball is ready to go!
HELPFUL TIPS:
- Use glitter glue to add sparkle and skip an ingredient, or try glow-in-the-dark glue for a bouncy ball that glows!
- Always wash your hands after playing with the bouncy balls, as borax can irritate the skin and should not be ingested. If you have sensitive skin, consider wearing gloves while handling the DIY bouncy balls.
- Borax can be found in the laundry detergent aisle of most grocery stores or superstores like Walmart.
- The borax mixture you make will be enough to create 4 to 5 bouncy balls!
cONCLUSION
Making your own bouncy ball is a fun and easy DIY project that combines creativity and science! With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a bouncy ball that’s perfect for play and experimentation. Whether you add glitter for sparkle or glow-in-the-dark glue for a glowing effect, the possibilities are endless. Enjoy the process, and remember to take safety precautions while handling borax. Happy crafting and bouncing!
