My girls love kinetic sand, but it can be pretty pricey.
So, when they were asking for a new batch the other day I thought, "Why don't we try to make our own?"
So, when they were asking for a new batch the other day I thought, "Why don't we try to make our own?"
What is kinetic sand?
Can you make it at home?
We set out to try, and I must say- our homemade version turned out much like the store bought variety!
It is super squishy, mold-able, and lots of fun!
Are you ready to make kinetic sand at home?
Kinetic Sand Recipe
- 1 cup of play sand
- 1/2 tbsp corn starch
- 1 tsp dish soap
- 1 cup of water (added as needed)
Method
- Begin by combining the play sand and corn starch in a large bin or container.
- Mix well.
- In a separate container combine 1 cup of water with 1 tsp of dish soap, and stir until the water is bubbly.
- Then, slowly add the water-mixture to the sand/cornstarch and mix well.
- Mix and mix, slowly adding more water & mixing as you go.
- I used 3/4 cup of water, and the consistency was perfect, but if your sand is coarser or finer than mine you may need more/less water, so be sure to add it SLOWLY!
- Continue to add more water & mix until the desired consistency is reached.
That's it! Easy, right? And so fun!
- Add buckets/shovels/kitchen gadgets, and kids will have a blast as they create & play!
The dish soap in this recipe is what gives this sand a kinetic-like quality. It is so fun to squish and form into shapes in your hands.
It is also mold-able, making it great for building sand castles and other structures.
- Add cars and other toys for a simple way to extend the fun.
Tips & Storage:
- Store your homemade kinetic sand in an air-tight container between play times, and it can be used again & again.
- If the sand dries out between play add a touch of soapy water & mix it into the sand. This will restore it to the desired consistency.
- Play sand can be bought in bulk on Amazon here.
- Don't feel like making kinetic sand? You can purchase it in a variety of colors here.
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