Get crafty with the Bioplastic Kit: Strings and sequins™!

• Develop some basic skills for making bioplastics including mixing and extruding liquid plastics
• Become familiar with common bioplastic ingredients—their names, the sources from which they derive, and their purpose in the creation of bioplastics
• Learn the fundamental principles of the biodegradation process with the optional extension activity

This playful, hands-on kit provides the opportunity to explore how varying concentrations of ingredients can affect the stretchiness of bioplastic strings and sequins! Plus, you'll gain an eco-friendly understanding of renewable materials in one day!

In this beginner-friendly activity, you or your students will learn to make and extrude bioplastics in only 60 minutes. The kit includes everything to create bioplastic strings, ribbons, and sequins of varying properties and will guide you on evaluating their material properties. No prior knowledge necessary!

The Bioplastic Kit series teaches educational, renewable solutions to reduce plastic waste and fight climate change. Learn the science that empowers you to be part of the solution and change the world with the Bioplastic Kits™.