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πŸ€ͺHave a kid who's wild about slime??

Published 7 months agoΒ β€’Β 1 min read

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Hi Reader,

The slime craze hit my house about 3 years ago and it hasn't left yet🫠

There's just something about this ooey gooey substance that keeps kids of all ages coming back for more!

We've rounded up 5 amazing recipes your slime-crazy kid will absolutely FLIP for:

5 Fun Slime Recipes for Kids

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And here's a printable with our favorite basic recipe along with info on the science behind slime: ​​

​DOWNLOAD YOUR SLIME GUIDE​

If you just can't handle slime at your house, here is your official permission from The Artful Parent: Don't do it!

It's important to know your limits, right? Try one of these low mess activities instead!​

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Some more ideas for simple creative fun this week:

β†’ Why is this always the most popular art supply?​

β†’ A reminder of why we do what we do​

β†’The best tips for your end of summer museum trips​

β†’ How to make your own geoboard​

β†’ Calling all teachers! Snag your Free Artful Classroom starter kit HERE 🎨

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Hope you have a fantastic week full of creative fun!

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