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How to Make Slime Without Borax or Cornstarch: 3 Safe and Easy Recipes for Kids

Learn how to make safe, stretchy slime without using borax or cornstarch. This guide includes three easy DIY recipes using household ingredients—perfect for parents, teachers, or kids who want a fun, mess-free slime activity.
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What Does Slime Mean? The Definition of Slime may Surprise you!
What Does Slime Mean? The Definition of Slime may Surprise you!

Slime is more than just a gooey toy—it’s a hands-on activity that combines creativity, sensory play, and science. In this guide, you will learn what slime is, why kids love it and how it’s become a cultural phenomenon.

What’s a Gacha Game? A Random-Reward Mobile Game Inspired by Japanese Capsule Toys
What’s a Gacha Game? A Random-Reward Mobile Game Inspired by Japanese Capsule Toys

A Gacha game is a mobile or online game where players spend in-game currency—often bought with real money—to unlock random virtual rewards like characters or items.

Help your child find their passion with the Passion Passport — a fun, printable activity that helps kids explore passions through play and reflection.
Help your child find their passion with the Passion Passport — a fun, printable activity that helps kids explore passions through play and reflection.

Help your child explore their passions with the Passion Passport — a free, printable activity filled with hands-on challenges in art, coding, invention, and more. Perfect for ages 6–14 to build self-awareness, confidence, and curiosity through play.

Child-Safe Online Learning and the Power of Meaningful Screen Time
Child-Safe Online Learning and the Power of Meaningful Screen Time

Learn how to make your child’s screen time safe, fun, and meaningful with kid-friendly platforms like DIY that spark learning, creativity, and growth.

Ultimate Guide to Fun and Engaging 'Would You Rather' Activities for Kids
Ultimate Guide to Fun and Engaging 'Would You Rather' Activities for Kids

Discover fun and engaging “Would You Rather” activities for kids that boost imagination, communication, and learning—perfect for classrooms, home, or group play. Includes creative prompts and hosting tips.

15 Creative and Educational Activities for Kids All Year Round
15 Creative and Educational Activities for Kids All Year Round

Looking for meaningful ways to keep kids entertained all year? Explore 15 hands-on activities that blend creativity, learning, and play—perfect for home or group settings.

6 Interesting Fun Brain And Memory Games For Kids
6 Interesting Fun Brain And Memory Games For Kids

Explore 6 fun and interesting brain and memory games for kids. Enhance their cognitive skills and learning with engaging, educational activities.

Magic And Theatre: Top 6 Skills Kids Learn Through The Incredible Art of Ventriloquism
Magic And Theatre: Top 6 Skills Kids Learn Through The Incredible Art of Ventriloquism

Discover 6 important skills kids can develop through ventriloquism, magic, and theatre. Boost confidence, creativity, and communication in fun ways!

Ghibli and AI: The Viral Trend Explained
Ghibli and AI: The Viral Trend Explained

Explore the viral trend of Ghibli-style AI art taking over social media. Learn how generative AI creates these dreamy visuals, why it's so popular, and what it means for the future of creativity, tech, and artistic expression.

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