Playing with Polymers

Description

Teacher leads a class discussion about polymers and their importance in our everyday lives (specifically plastics). After the discussion students will be able to make two different polymers – worms and slime. The activity contains enough materials for 6 groups of students. Developed for grades 2 – 5.

Kit Includes:
1 x 4g Sodium Alginate
1 x 500mL Calcium Chloride
1 x 1L Polyvinyl Alcohol
1 x 250mL Sodium Borate
12 x Plastic Cups, Large
12 x Plastic Cups, Small
6 x Plastic Scoops