Oobleck is an ooey gooey slime substance that’s also a terrific classic science project. Learn about non-Newtonian fluids while digging your hands into a neat tactile sensory experience too. Once you learn how to make oobleck, you can give it fun themes like this Snowflake Oobleck. Explore non-newtonian fluids easily at home or in the classroom with common kitchen supplies.
SNOWFLAKE OOBLECK FOR WINTER SCIENCE AND PLAY
Snowflake oobleck is a great winter science and science sensory play activity all in one that will keep the kids busy for quite a while! Winter is an excellent time of the year to put a little twist on classic science experiments!
WHAT IS OOBLECK?
Oobleck is a classic science experiment made from two easy ingredients. Check out our first attempt at classic oobleck science play. Make sure to check out the Dr. Seuss book, Barthol0mew And The Oobleck to go along with your activity.
Oobleck is a mixture of cornstarch and water. Roughly a 2:1 ratio but you can tinker with the ratio to find the desired consistency that still maintains the properties of oobleck.
What’s the science of oobleck? Well, it’s solid. No, wait it’s a liquid! Wait again, it’s both!
It’s very fascinating to be exact. Pick up solid chunks, pack it into a ball and watch it ooze into a liquid. This is called a non-newtonian liquid, a substance that acts like both a liquid and a solid. Read more about it here.
MORE FUN VARIATIONS OF OOBLECK TO TRY:
- Candy Heart Oobleck
- Marbled Oobleck Slime
- Applesauce Oobleck
- Non-Newtonian Fluid Oobleck
- Bartholomew and the Oobleck
HOW TO MAKE SNOWFLAKE OOBLECK!
Snowflake-themed activities are perfect for young kids to explore the winter season! If you would like to learn more about real snowflakes, check out these fun YouTube videos al about snowflake science.
OOBLECK RECIPE AND SUPPLIES
- Cornstarch
- Water
- Glitter
- Kid Tweezers (optional)
- Snowflake ornaments and buttons
- Cookie sheet (we use the dollar store variety for projects!)
MAKE OOBLECK!
- Mix up one cup of cornstarch and 1/2 cup of water! Pour in some glitter if desired! You can adjust the ratios as needed, but this recipe is a general guideline!
- Pour and spoon onto a cookie sheet and stick in your snowflakes!
- Add a pair of tweezers if you like. Tweezers make great science tools and also encourage fine motor skills.
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SNOWFLAKE OOBLECK SCIENCE
Oobleck is a fun substance made from a mixture of cornstarch and water. It’s a bit messy too!
Oobleck is called a non-Newtonian fluid. This means it is neither a liquid nor a solid! You can pick up a clump of the substance like a solid and then watch it ooze back into the bowl like a liquid.
Touch the surface lightly and it will feel firm and solid. If you apply more pressure, your fingers will sink into it like a liquid.
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Give your homemade oobleck a snowman theme instead!
For great science anytime, head to the kitchen! A classic oobleck activity is perfect for science at home or science in the classroom. Frugal, quick to make, and fun for kids and adults, oobleck is a must try science activity.
MAKE EASY SNOWFLAKE OOBLECK FOR QUICK SCIENCE!
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Sue
February 19, 2019 at 2:37 pmThank you! They are fun and easy!