Mold your learners into materials engineers. Using glue, Borax, and water, scholars create a viscoelastic material. But your class might know it by another name—Silly Putty.

Concepts

elasticity, solutions, fluids, solids, solids and liquids, polymers, technology resources

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Instructional Ideas

• Let pupils pick their favorite color or colors to dye their creations
  

Classroom Considerations

• Resource suggests preparing solutions beforehand if time is an issue
• Activity requires a variety of materials
  

Pros

• Lists some troubleshooting tips
• Includes some questions for discussion
  

Cons

• None