Explore the unique characteristics of polymers. A complete lesson begins with a presentation introducing polymers. Following the presentation, young scientists develop a laboratory plan for creating substances using polymers. They...

Young scholars investigate properties of common molecules. In this chemistry lesson, students construct polymer models to gain a better understanding of the properties of polymers.

Step-by-step instructions, with photos, of how to create slime made of polymer chains using Borax and white glue.

Contains a procedure for creating slime -- a polymer formed by mixing water, borax, Elmer's glue, and food coloring. Following the procedure, the site contains a brief description of what polymers are.

Detailed instructions for making this silly putty-like slime at home.

This site offers instructions for a biology lab involving slime mold. Includes steps for the 5 day procedure and explains how students should evaluate their observations.

Detailed instructions for making this stretchy, gooey slime at home or at school.

Watch Scientist Joe demonstrate how to make a turkey in a glove using homemade slime in this video presentation.

Explore properties of matter by making a slimy substance out of cornstarch and water then noticing how it reacts to pressure.