Procedure for Making a Polymer
Ball from White Elmer's® Glue-All and Borax Powder:
- Measure 30 mL (2 tbsp) of glue into a plastic cup with the 30 mL level marked.*
- Add approximately 1 gram (1/2 tsp) of Borax powder to the glue.
- Stir vigorously until the mixture clumps and sticks to the stirring rod or stick.
- Remove the clump of polymer from the stick. Hold it under running water and shape into
a ball.
- Pat the ball dry and bounce it on the table top.
- Save for activities.
*Prior to use, the 30 mL mark can be determined by adding 30 mL of water,
(measured in a graduated cylinder) to the cup. The level can be marked, and the cup emptied
and dried.