Winter Sensory Activities | How to Make Snow Floam

There’s no business like snow business like no business I know. Had to do it because the song got stuck in our heads. Well, technically, didn’t have to, but discussed it and truly think that it adds a certain je ne sais quoi to this fabulous winter activity. 

Floam slime is one of the most versatile sensory tools there is. As long as the slime texture is a-ok with the handler, you can add a whole variety of mix-ins. For this little winter number, we have mini styrofoam balls and icicle erasers. 

To Make Snow Floam, You Will Need: 

• 1 Large Mixing Bowl
• 1 Large Mixing Spoon
• 2 Bottles of Elmer’s White School Glue 
• Mini Styrofoam Balls
• Mini Icycle Erasers or Other Non-Edible Mini Icicles
• Sta-flo Liquid Laundry Starch

How to Make Snow Floam

1. Empty both bottles of Elmer’s glue into your mixing bowl.
2. Mix in the mini styrofoam balls until they’re evenly distributed. 
3. Add 2 tablespoons of liquid starch. If you want it to be more slime-like than this, you can always add a tiny bit more liquid starch here.
4. Once everything is well mixed, take the snow floam and place it on a clear kitchen counter. 
5. Fold in your icicles. 
6. That’s it!
7. You can store the floam in a jar, tupperware tub, play dough container or other container with a lid.

Like this activity? Check out how to make snowman play dough!

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