Unlock the potential of bioplastics with our Bioplastics Kit™!

• 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

In this 50-minute beginner-friendly activity, you/your students can learn the basics of bioplastics. Discover how to make bioplastic recipes using sustainable ingredients and explore various techniques to achieve different textures, colors, and shapes.

Start with an introduction to measuring and weighing bioplastic ingredients while you make different samples, allowing you to explore the material properties affected by those ingredients. Then, you'll learn to mold your liquid bioplastics, add dyes, and use different tools to introduce textures in the samples before they dry.

You will also learn the vocabulary and skills necessary to enter the exciting world of bioplastics. After have completed this kit, you will have the knowledge to explore the many possibilities and applications of bioplastics on your own! No prior knowledge necessary! With this kit, you'll gain a foundational understanding of renewable materials in a single day.

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™.