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By Anne Marie Helmenstine, Ph.D., About.com

Non-toxic goo hardens like a solid when you squeeze it but flows like a liquid when you pour it.

This non-toxic goo hardens like a solid when you squeeze it but flows like a liquid when you pour it.

Anne Helmenstine
Make squishy non-toxic goo that hardens in your hands when you squeeze it, but flows like a liquid when you pour it.
Difficulty: Easy
Time Required: minutes

Here's How:

  1. Empty the box of cornstarch into a bowl.
  2. Add 1-1/2 cups of water.
  3. Add about 15 drops of food coloring. It's fine without color, too.
  4. Mix the goo with your hands.
  5. Have fun!

What You Need:

  • 16-oz box cornstarch
  • water
  • food coloring
  • bowl

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