Homemade Kinetic Sand
🛒 Ingredients (Makes \~2 cups):
- 2 cups fine sand (play sand or craft sand; clean & dry)
- 1 cup cornstarch or flour
- ½ cup clear or white school glue
- 1–2 tbsp water (adjust for texture)
- Optional: food coloring, essential oils, glitter, cinnamon, or cocoa powder for scent/sensory variation
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👩🎨 Directions:
1. Mix the Dry Base:
In a large bowl, combine sand and cornstarch (or flour). Stir until evenly mixed.
2. Add the Glue:
Pour in glue and mix well. The mixture will begin to clump.
3. Adjust with Water:
Slowly add 1 tbsp water at a time, kneading between additions, until the sand is soft, moldable, and holds shape when squeezed—but still flows loosely when moved.
4. Customize (Optional):
Add food coloring to the glue beforehand for colored sand, or mix in glitter, essential oils, or spices for scent and sparkle.
5. Play & Store:
Keep in an airtight container or ziplock bag. Stays good for weeks of sensory fun!