#how to make a time machine no glue no borax

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hey so ummm, if you'd want to give me a small gift for christmas or something i would really appreciate a time machine with a ticket for a queen concert from the 80s. yeah, nothing big, i like small, handmade presents

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from Storytime Underground:

Original Post: Hello Youth Librarians!! Can anyone share some AWESOME AND AMAZING STEM related programs they've done. Preferably something that doesn't cost a lot of moNey. TIA

Responses:

If you can get your hands on some Keva planks or other small wooden blocks, do a Ten Apples Up On Top program. Have them divide into small groups and figure out how to build a structure to hold an apple...or ten. My group entertained themselves for an hour and I let them eat the apples afterward. 

Rube goldberg machines. Theres a cheap app game called rubeworks i showed them and then wrote challenge cards like make the car drop in the cup with supplies at each challenge station. 

This was fun and cheap: http://www.sotomorrowblog.com/.../tween-program-maze...

What about starting a Crazy Eights club from Bedtime Math?

I've done Scratch - creating games and animations. https://scratch.mit.edu/ Sploder.com for teaching kids how to create their own video games. Both are free!

Diy marble runs, catapult challenge. Doing Popsicle stick explosions on Monday. So much fun!

I second catapults! We just made them yesterday, and it was a ton of fun, and they were imaginative when it came to "making improvements."

Marble runs are super fun! We do our by splitting pipe insulation in half (long-ways). Then all you need is tape and a wall. You can make jumps and even loop-di-loops!

The educator edition of the Museum of Science and Industry Chicago website has a ton of great ideas! I mine it frequently.

Follow this book but call it something else: Mini Weapons of Mass Destruction by John Austin. There are 4 in the series. We called them Mighty Mini Machines.

I did this and it was a big hit. http://showmelibrarian.blogspot.com/.../sink-or-float...

This architecture one I did was pretty fun http://www.literaryhoots.com/.../architecture-for-kids.html

We have done marshmallow and toothpick structures, bridges made of drinking straws and tape, balloon-powered racecars (instructables), and parachute making with various materials. Have fun!!

We had fun with acids and bases. Boiled red cabbage and soaked paper in that water, then painted on it using an assortment of acids and bases. It works like litmus paper. Then we experimented to see which ones would explode with enough force to fly a pill bottle.

We've also had fun with candy science. Dissolving candy canes in different solutions. Making liquids of different densities by dissolving different numbers of Skittles in them and then stacking them.

Paper planes are a simple and fun one as well. You can talk about the principles of flight and test them out!

Marshmallow toothpick structures. This was a challenge for the whole family!  I did this one and read "Falling for Rapunzel" then asked them to build a tower with spaghetti and marshmallows. Then we looked at pictures of other towers - like the Eiffel Tower, Leaning Tower, Washington Monument, etc. and they got to try again. There are lots of on-line sources for ideas.

Here's a great new blog already packed with them by science museum educator/librarian Valerie McCurdy: https://storytimefullsteamahead.wordpress.com/

Making different kinds of slime has been a big hit with my STEAM group. All you need is white glue, water, and borax to make the base -- then you can experiment with adding food coloring, glow-in-the-dark paint, mica powder, iron filings, etc. It's a chemical reaction the kids can actually watch happen, and it's gross enough to be satisfying without being too hard to clean up

Making bracelets or key chains and leaning binary https://code.org/files/CSEDbinary.pdf

I've made marble roller coasters with pipe insulation and tape. You can also do an angry birds physics day by setting up cardboard boxes and having kids throw different types of balls at the boxes.

https://intentionalstorytime.wordpress.com/hands-on-science/

Check out the PBS Fetch website for TONS of activity ideas on the cheap!

The West Springfield public library has a Science Rocks group thats very well attended. Each month we discuss science concepts then test the theories. For example, last month was aerodynamics and the kids tested different types of paper airplanes. We also began an imagination station. We suppy the materials, like paper towel rolls, beads, and othed items we already have a large supply of, the kids use the supplies and their imagination for creating without directions. Im amazed at their creations every time.

Lemonade stand, understanding profits and measurement, gave money to fellow librarians and had the kids sell to them.

Magnetism, had a ton of stuff in a bin and the kids had to sort them into magnetic and not magnetic bins. We made bubble solution from different brands of dishwashing liquid and then evaluated which solution was best based on a set of criteria the kids made themselves. Lots of programs already mentioned up there. I also did one the kids loved about color theory and light.

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DIY Stim Toy Master Post, Part 2

Because people have started reblogging the first DIY master post again, and I’ve posted a number of tutorials and DIYs since, here’s the second one. Again, I’ve plenty more in my drafts folder, so I’ll keep on posting these every time I’ve gathered a reasonable amount of links.

Please check out Part 1 for even more DIYs and tutorials!

Slime

Talisa Tossel’s Slime Fail Restoration Video

@tropicalslimes‘s How to Make Borax Solution Guide

Lifehacker and Experimenter’s Glue Stick Slime Video

growingajeweledrose’s Edible Kool-Aid Slime Tutorial (posted by @diy-stims)

Illuna’s Glitter Gak Tutorial (posted by @foodffs)

@princesslime‘s List of Edible Slime Recipes

@tropicalslimes‘s Clear Slime Recipe

Marble Mazes

@stimtoybox‘s Handsewn Marble Maze Tutorial

Yvonne Reynolds’s Machine Sewn Marble Maze Tutorial

Stretch/Spin/Twist Stim Band

@stimtoybox‘s DIY Stim Band Description

Weighted Blankets, Lap Pads and Plush

Pieces by Polly’s Monster Pillow Tutorial

@stimtoybox‘s Weighted Pellet Alternatives Discussion

@autistic-hiccup‘s Weighted Stuffed Animal Tutorial

@stimtoybox‘s Collection of Mini Plush and Crocheted Tsum Tsum Tutorials

@stimtoybox‘s DIY Scentsy-Style Plush Using Animal Heat Bags

Playdough

Karina Garcia’s Crayon Playdough Video

amomsimpression’s Edible Kool-Aid Playdough Recipe (posted by @diy-stims)

beafunmom’s 6 Play Dough Recipes (posted by @sew-much-to-do)

Bean Bags

The Spruce’s Bean Bag Tutorial

Mama OT’s No-Sew Felt Bean Bag Tutorial

@stimtoybox‘s List of Bean Bag Fillers

Kinetic Sand

@diy-stims‘s Scented Edible Sand

Squishies

cutesweetpastries’s Crackling Squishy Video

Tangles

@stimtoybox‘s How to (Theoretically) Paint a Tangle Jr Guide

Sorting Bag

@stimtoybox‘s Sorting Bag Post

Fidget Jewellery

SoCraftastic’s Pony Bead Daisy Chain Bracelet Video

Fusion Beads’ Daisy Chain Bracelet Tutorial

Beaded Fidgets

WikiHow’s Roller Bead Lizard/Gecko Tutorial

Free Kids’ Crafts’ Roller Bead Ladybird Tutorial

Chewables

@stims-inc‘s Tips on DIY Fabric Chewables

@stimtoybox‘s List of Silicone Bead Sellers for DIY Chewables

Glitter Jar

@cityelf‘s Glitter Jar Tutorial (described by @autistic-terpomo)

Orbeez/Water Bead Cooler Bag

@stimmystimmycocoapuff‘s Orbeez/Water Bead Cooler Bag Tutorial

General Lists

@sensorysurvival‘s DIY Stim Toys Masterpost

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27 Good Reasons Why You Should Know And Love Borax

Many of my favorite homemade cleaning recipes include a lot of the same basic ingredients, like baking soda, white vinegar, etc. Many of these ingredients are quite familiar to most people, but there’s one ingredient in particular that still remains a mystery to many: borax. And since it is one of my go-to cleaning ingredients, I feel that it is my duty to show people just how useful borax can be! :-)

Today’s post will serve that purpose in two different ways. First, I’ll cover the basics by answering three of the most common questions that people ask about borax. Second, I’ll share over two dozen great uses for borax, from clearing a drain to preserving flowers and beyond! By the end of this post, you’re sure to have a whole new appreciation for this formerly mysterious substance. :-)

3 Frequently Asked Questions About Borax (& Their Answers)

#1 – “What Is Borax?”

Borax, also known as sodium borate or sodium tetraborate, is a naturally occurring mineral that is primarily mined from evaporated lakes in California and Turkey.

Borax is used in many different commercial applications, including as an ingredient in household cleaning products, as a buffer in chemical laboratories, to help extract gold in mining operations, and as a component of glass and ceramics.

#2 – “Is Borax Safe?”

The short answer is “yes,” and the slightly longer answer is “yes, as long as you use it responsibly.”

According to the Harmful Substances Database (HSDB), borax is not classifiable as a human carcinogen. However, like many other household substances (including baking soda and washing soda), borax can have a mildly irritating effect on skin. It can also be toxic to adults if ingested in large amounts, and potentially fatal to children if ingested in small amounts.

So in summary, borax is perfectly safe as long as you plan to handle it with the same care that you would use with any other household cleaning product (including keeping it away from children, using it in a well-ventilated space, wearing gloves, etc.)

#3 – “Where Can I Buy Borax?”

You can find borax in the cleaning or laundry aisle of most grocery stores. In my experience, most stores carry the 20 Mule Team brand on either the top or bottom shelf. (You can also get a four-pack of 20 Mule Team borax on Amazon, if you prefer!)

1. Clean Your Carpets

Boost the cleaning power of your carpet cleaning machine by adding a 1/2 cup of borax per gallon of water to the reservoir.

2. Feed Fruit Trees

Sprinkle a cup of borax around a full-sized apple tree (or a couple of tablespoons around a young tree) every 3-4 years. This adds the trace mineral boron to the soil, which fruit trees need for good cell wall growth and for fruit and seed development.

3. Make Laundry Detergent

Borax is one of the main ingredients in the recipe for my favorite homemade laundry detergent. Because it produces a basic solution in water, borax helps to boost the effectiveness of the other cleaning ingredients in the detergent.

Related: Cheap, Simple, Homemade Laundry Detergent

4. Deter Pests

Keep roaches, water bugs, and ants away by sprinkling equal parts borax and sugar anywhere you suspect they may be entering your home.

5. Preserve Flowers

You can use borax to preserve many varieties of fresh-cut flowers. Using borax helps removes moisture from the blossoms and leaves to help prevent wilting while they dry.

To use it, just mix one part borax with two parts cornmeal, and sprinkle the mixture into the bottom of a box. Place your flower(s) in the box, then sprinkle more of the borax and cornmeal mixture over the top. Cover the box and let it sit for about two weeks until the flowers are dry.

6. Kill Weeds

Use a sprinkle of borax to kill weeds that come up through the cracks in your walkways. (That’s why borax should be kept away from most plants, because it makes a rather effective herbicide!)

7. Dissolve Sticky Messes

Get rid of sticky, gooey, and gummy adhesive residue with a mixture of two parts borax and 1 part water. Rub the mixture onto the mess until the adhesive dissolves, then rinse clean.

8. Clean Cookware

The gentle cleaning effect of borax is perfect for use on porcelain and aluminum cookware. Sprinkle onto pots and pans and rub with a damp dishcloth to clean, then rinse thoroughly.

9. Clean Car Upholstery

Another homemade cleaning solution that benefits from borax is my homemade car upholstery cleaner. It’s the most affordable way I’ve found to remove dirt and grime from your car’s floor mats and upholstery!

Related: This Is The Cheapest Way To Make Your Car Look Brand New

10. Freshen Up Your Fridge

Mix up a cleaning solution of 1 quart warm water and 1 tablespoon borax, and use it to clean spills and grime inside your refrigerator. Not only will it clean your fridge, but it will deodorize it and leave it smelling much fresher!

11. Scrub Showers, Tubs & Tile

Sprinkle borax on a damp sponge or soft cloth and use as you would a powdered cleanser. You can even use this method to clean fiberglass surfaces without scratching up the finish. Rinse thoroughly with clean water.

12. Remove Rust

Remove rust by mixing up a simple cleaning solution of 1-2 tablespoons of borax, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and enough water to make a paste. Apply the paste with a sponge or scrubber to your rusted items, and scrub until the rust is gone. (Be sure to rinse and dry the item thoroughly afterward.)

13. Clean Your Toilet Bowl

You can use borax, white vinegar, and essential oils to make an all-natural toilet bowl cleaner that works just as well as the store-bought stuff. Grab the full recipe for my homemade toilet bowl cleaner at the link below.

Related: How To Make A Simple, All-Natural Toilet Bowl Cleaner

14. Prevent Humidifier Odors

To help keep your humidifier free of odor and bacteria, dissolve 1/2 cup of borax in 1 gallon of water and add it to the tank. Run your humidifier for 10-15 minutes, then dump out the tank and rinse well with clean water.

15. Erase Sink Stains

Remove stains from stainless steel or porcelain sinks with a paste of 1 cup borax and 1/4 cup lemon juice. Use a sponge or cloth to rub the paste into the stains, then rinse with warm water.

16. Clean Outdoor Furniture

Use borax to get your outdoor furniture cleaned up for patio season. Mix 1 teaspoon of dish soap, 1 teaspoon of borax and 1 quart of warm water in a spray bottle and spray it generously over outdoor furniture. Wipe the furniture clean with a damp rag, or rinse well with your garden hose.

17. Sanitize Your Garbage Disposal

Clean and sanitize your garbage disposal by sprinkling 3 tablespoons of borax into the drain. Let it sit for about an hour, then rinse the drain well with plenty of warm water.

18. Deodorize A Mattress

You can use borax to remove odors caused by sweat or urine from a mattress. Dampen the surface of the mattress where the odor is most concentrated, then rub in borax with a damp cloth. Let the mattress surface dry completely, then use your vacuum to clean up the dried powder.

19. Deodorize Your Trash Can

To deodorize a smelly garbage can, fill it with water and add a big scoop of borax. Let it soak for an hour or so, then rinse clean. Dry it completely, then sprinkle a bit more borax into the bottom of the can to help deter bugs and absorb odor-causing moisture.

20. Refresh Linens

Remove mildew and musty odors from linens by soaking them in a solution of 2 quarts of water and 2 cups of borax. Allow the linens to soak for a few hours, then rinse clean.

21. Make Slime

You can use borax to make homemade “slime” that your kids or grandkids will love! You’ll need a couple of bowls, some water, a bottle of school glue, food coloring, and a bit of borax.

In one bowl, combine 4 ounces of school glue, 1/2 cup water, and a couple drops of your food coloring of choice. Stir to combine. In a separate bowl, mix 1 tsp borax and 1 cup warm water together until dissolved.

Pour the glue mixture into the borax water and stir. Once the “slime” comes together, discard any excess water and knead the slime a bit more to finish.

22. Kill Fleas

Sprinkle borax on dog beds, carpets, and other areas where you suspect that fleas are hatching. Let it sit for an hour or so, then vacuum thoroughly before use.

23. Make An All-Purpose Cleaner

You can use borax, washing soda, and castile soap to make a great all-purpose cleaning spray. It’s perfect for wiping down surfaces and cleaning up everyday spills and messes.

Related: How To Make An Easy All-Purpose Cleaner For Everyday Messes

24. Unclog A Drain

Unclog drains with 1/2 cup of borax followed by 2 cups of boiling water. Let it sit for 15 minutes, then run warm water through the drain for a few minutes to flush out the borax and any loosened clogs.

25. Make A Scouring Powder

You can use borax to make a homemade scouring powder that’s great for scrubbing sinks, tubs, and other grimy surfaces. Get all the details and instructions in the post at the link below.

Related: How To Make A 4-Ingredient Herbal Scouring Powder

26. Make A Carpet Powder

Why buy carpet cleaning or carpet freshening powder from a store when you can make your own at home for pennies? Just sprinkle it over your carpets, let it sit to absorb dirt and odors, then vacuum your way to fresher, cleaner carpets. Get the full details below.

Related: How To Make A Cheap & Natural Deodorizing Carpet Powder

27. Whiten Yellowed Pillows

It’s nearly impossible to prevent your body’s natural oils from seeping into your pillow, which is why pillows tend to take on a yellow hue over time. But there’s a simple method you can use to whiten and brighten your pillow, thanks in part to the cleaning power of borax! You’ll find the step-by-step instructions for whitening yellowed pillows below.

Related: How To Rescue Your Old Yellowed Pillows

Do you have a personal favorite use for borax?

Source: https://www.onegoodthingbyjillee.com/uses-for-household-borax/

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