{"product_id":"thames-kosmos-gross-gummy-lab-worms-spiders-stem-candy-kit","title":"Thames \u0026 Kosmos Gross Gummy Lab: Worms \u0026 Spiders STEM Candy Kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHands-on edible science with a gross-yet-delightful gummy lab\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDive into a tasty science project with Thames \u0026amp; Kosmos Gross Gummy Candy Lab. This kit uses a plant-based, jelly-like ingredient called carrageenan, sourced from seaweed, to shape chewy gummies. Students and families can flavor their treats with mixed berry and green apple, and experiment with citric acid to create fun Sour gummies. The result is eye-catching, wiggly shapes—worms and spiders—that are as entertaining to mold as they are to eat. The setup blends curiosity, flavor, and basic chemistry in a kid-friendly kitchen activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat you make and how you learn goes beyond just candy. As you cook, you’ll observe how natural polymers behave and how texture changes with temperature, timing, and mixing. The included 16-page, full-color manual guides you through experiments and explains the science in plain terms, making the process approachable for curious learners.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat you get and what you can do\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake gummy worms and spiders in bold shapes using a plant-based gel-like ingredient derived from seaweed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlavor your gummies with mixed berry and green apple for vibrant color and aroma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust sourness by adding citric acid to craft tangy varieties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow a 16-page, full-color manual that blends experiments with clear scientific explanations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll necessary food ingredients are included, making setup quick and straightforward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote: some ingredients are processed in facilities that also handle milk, eggs, tree nuts, wheat, peanuts, and soy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy it works as a learning tool\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplores the science of natural polymers in a tangible, edible format.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEncourages observation of texture, taste, color, and aroma as you work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePromotes safe, hands-on experimentation in a home or classroom kitchen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffers a playful way to connect cooking with basic chemistry and material science.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re a curious kid, a parent helper, or a science club organizer, this kit provides a creative, low-pressure pathway to explore how ingredients transform when heated, mixed, or flavored. It’s designed to be fun and educational, with plenty of room for experimentation and personal flavor twists. Use it as a weekend activity, a science fair precursor, or a casual learning session that feels more like play than instruction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What is included in the Gross Gummy Lab kit?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: The kit includes carrageenan, mixed berry and green apple flavors, citric acid, gummy molds, and a 16-page full-color manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I customize flavors or shapes for the gummies?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. You can mix flavors, adjust sourness with citric acid, and mold gummies into worms or spiders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Playvia | Best-Selling Toys, Games \u0026 Learning in the UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52911586869472,"sku":"B07B7PVB1Y","price":50.62,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.carouselstore.co.uk\/products\/thames-kosmos-gross-gummy-lab-worms-spiders-stem-candy-kit","provider":"Carousel Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}