The POOF-Slinky 0SA257 Scientific Explorer Bubble Gum Factory Kit lets your “young scientist” have as much fun chewing their experiment as they had learning the science behind it. Guided by the instruction booklet, your child will make gobs of gum from (8) different recipes or create their own concoctions and mix unique flavors for friends and family to try. You don’t need a laboratory filled with fancy equipment to be a successful food scientist. All the gear that you’ll need can be found in this kit, in your kitchen or on the shelves of your local grocery store. The main ingredient of this educational make-it-yourself kit is “creativity”. Once done with the experiments, your child and friends can test their own bubble blowing skills. Scientific Explorer’s Bubble Gum Factory includes a citric acid packet, corn syrup, powdered sugar, gum base, watermelon flavoring, blueberry flavoring, mint flavoring, (2) note cards, resalable bag and activity guide. This kit is great for birthday parties and family fun. Bubble Gum Factory is part of the exceptional series of home science kits based on the nationally recognized Great Explorations in Math and Science (GEMS) program pioneered at UC Berkley"s Lawrence Hall of Science. Scientific Explorer is the industry leader in science kits that help develop critical thinking skills, inspire imagination and encourage exploration through interactive experiments and activities that make learning fun. The POOF-Slinky 0SA257 Scientific Explorer Bubble Gum Factory Kit is recommended for children 8-years of age and older with adult supervision. POOF-Slinky is the manufacturer of the world famous Slinky and the top selling POOF foam sport balls in North America, both manufactured in Plymouth, MI and Hollidaysburg, PA. Ideal and Scientific Explorer are other well-known brands, rounding out the POOF-Slinky family. With roots in the toy industry for over 100-years, POOF-Slinky brands continue to grow and broa