At their final meeting of the school year, the students in Saklan’s SIGMA Club wrapped up with a hands-on science project that was equal parts fun and educational: making fluffy slime!
This gooey activity wasn’t just about creating something to take home—it was also a creative way to explore basic chemistry. Students learned that slime-making is a great introduction to chemical reactions. By combining everyday household ingredients like glue, shaving cream, and contact solution, students created a substance that behaves as neither a true solid nor a liquid, offering a fascinating look at how different materials interact.
The lesson was led by SIGMA Club founders Leo and Benji, who walked the club members through each step of the slime-making process. As you can imagine, things got very sticky! But the mess turned into a meaningful learning opportunity. Students were encouraged to problem-solve as they experimented with different ingredient ratios to adjust the texture of their slime. Through trial and error, they discovered how to balance the ingredients to get just the right stretch, fluff, or bounce.
To top it all off, students were given the freedom to customize their slime with vibrant colors and textures, making each one unique. Not only did the activity reinforce scientific thinking and experimentation, but it also provided a satisfying sensory experience that had everyone smiling.
What a fun and memorable way to close out the SIGMA year; great job, Leo and Benji!
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