Color-Changing Chameleon Slime | Ocean Science Experiment

Arthur says: “A slippery science surprise! This clever goo mimics the magic of a chameleon’s skin, changing color based on heat or light. Is it alive? Not quite. But it sure loves to play pretend!”

You’ll Need:

• 1 bottle of clear school glue
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tbsp contact lens solution (with boric acid)
• Thermochromic pigment (color-change powder — available on Amazon)
• Mixing bowl, spoon, gloves

Steps:

1. Pour glue into the bowl.
2. Add 1/2 tsp baking soda and stir well.
3. Mix in a small pinch of thermochromic pigment (wear gloves — pigment is fine powder).
4. Add contact lens solution a little at a time, stirring until slime forms.
5. Knead with your hands until it reaches a smooth, stretchy consistency.

How It Works:

The special pigment reacts to temperature. When your warm hands touch the slime, it changes color—like a real cold-blooded critter adjusting to the environment!