This experiment is inedible. An adult should be present. Borax can bought at your local grocery store in the laundry detergent aisle. White glue can be purchased at a Mass merchandise store like Target, Walmart, or KMart.
Food coloring is optional but can be purchased in the grocery store in the baking aisle.
Ziploc bags can also be purchased at the grocery store. Need measuring cups and spoons. Not good for leaving in carpets or on furniture overnight. Ziploc bag 1. Borax is available in the laundry section of your local grocery store.