Children have a notoriously low attention span, which means we're always for innovative ways to keep them occupied - for more than 15 minutes, that is. Whether you're offering them a toy garage or the latest tablet, chances are they'll be bored before you know it, which is why we recommend getting a little more creative...
Slime-making kits can help children 'play scientist' experimenting with different textures and colours, cooking up a variety of potions while having a lot of fun in the process. Getting their hands deep in slime can also be a great source of stress relief, as well as help refine motor skills.
So, as long as you don't mind the inevitable mess that comes with a little slime-making, we've found the best slime-making kits on the market. Shop our top picks below.
Best slime-making kits
This magical slime kit is extra special thanks to the glitter and shine that comes with it. The formula is 100 per cent child-friendly, and we love how easy this kit is to use. It contains a bottle of blue and purple glitter each, as well as two bottles of magical liquid activator solution to make a fresh batch of sparkling slime in a jiffy. Suitable for kids over the age of three.
Review: "I hate slime. Really do. But my 8 year old loves it so I buy it. She is a slime connoisseur, she chose this set, it was good enough for her so it gets a thumbs up from me. Good quality items resulted in good long-lasting slime."
From strawberry and candy-scented slime to glow-in-the-dark potions, your little one will have a fun-filled day trying out over 100 slime combinations. You can access a range of online videos to guide you through, helping your child develop their creativity, as well as those all-important fine motor skills. Suitable for children of all ages.
Review: "Great slime kit. My daughter loved it. Lots to do and will keep her busy for a while. Would highly recommend."
Welcome to the slime lab - slime-making with an educational twist! Your little scientist will follow seven fun experiments to transform their gooey slime into actual creations. They'll be given a lab notebook to jot down their predictions and results, helping them track their progress and encourage scientific thinking. Suitable from ages five and up.
Review: "My sister may not have appreciated this, but my nephew loved it. So a success. Arrived promptly, packaged great - pleased with the purchase."
Give your astronomy obsessed kid a screen break with this fun and different galaxy-themed slime making kit. It features 25 pieces including pink, purple and blue slime, helping create their very own slime-crafted galaxy. Cool accessories such as glow in the dark stars can be added to the slime, perfect for hanging in their bedroom at night!
Review: "This was purchased for a 10-year-olds birthday gift. It was a total hit! It made great slime and the instructions were easy to follow. All the bits that are meant to glow in the dark did just that."
Recommended for ages six and up, this kit contains everything your child needs to get creative and let their imagination run wild. Experimenting with a range of slime colours and accessories, your little one will have the time of their lives while also improving their hand-eye coordination and motor skills.
Review: "Really good value for money! Lovely quality lots of beads slime and stuff in it and my granddaughter loves it."
Mix, match or keep it simple, it's time to have some slime-y fun! Add neon or glitter to keep things interesting, and rest assured that all materials are quality-checked with your child's safety in mind.
Review: "My daughter is crazy about slime and we have used loads of different slime kits, and we think that this is one of the best. The kit comes with everything that you need to make some pretty cool slime. The kit comes with white glue, clear glue, 3 colour additives, a sachet of glitter (enough for two glittery slimes), an activator, 2 mixing bowls, 2 storage pots, a measuring spoon and a cup, and slime stirrers. The slime we made worked brilliantly and the instructions were clear and easy for my 7-year-old to follow on her own. A great buy."
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Looking for something a little different? Instead of coloured slime, this kit comes with clear slime that your child can add colourants to, creating their very own unique tie-dye effect. They can choose from a range of colours to mix in and don't forget to hang up the slime afterwards to admire their amazing designs.
Review: "I bought this as a present for my 5-year-old niece and she was so chuffed with it, it made my day as it had everything she wanted in 1 box."
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