How to Make Oobleck Algorithm Coding Activity

One of my favorite Dr. Seuss books is Bartholomew and the Oobleck. I remember my mom reading it over and over again to me. When I look at the illustrations of oobleck in the book, it looks a lot like slime. Your children will probably think so too. I thought it would be fun on Read Across America Day also known as Dr. Seuss’ birthday to make oobleck slime. You could actually make it on any day you like.

While you could give your children a recipe for oobleck slime,  it might be fun to give them an algorithm for the steps needed to make it. The How to Make Oobleck algorithm worksheet will walk children through the recipe steps. Before your children make the slime, you will want them to connect the steps in order on the algorithm activity worksheet. Below you will see what the completed worksheet looks like.

Getting Ready for the How to Make Oobleck Activity

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First, you will need to download a copy of the How to Make Oobleck Slime Recipe Algorithm Worksheet.

Second, you will need to open the PDF in Acrobat Reader.

Third, you will need to print out a copy of the worksheet for each of your children.

Fourth, you will want to get a copy of Bartholomew and the Oobleck

Fifth, you will want to gather together the recipe ingredients. You will need liquid starch, food coloring, and clear glue.

Finally, you will need to gather the creation utensils. You will need bowls, a mixing spoon, and measuring cups.

Creating the Oobleck Slime

Before your children start creating the slime, you will want to read them the book about oobleck. Then you will need to walk your children step by step the slime recipe. Older children can work through the recipe on their own. The key to making slime is to thoroughly mix the ingredients.

Hint: If your children don’t feel comfortable touching sticky things, you could have them wear plastic gloves.

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