(closeout) Epic Amethyst Thinking Putty

Work Your Hands - Work Your Brain
Amethyst, a captivating semi-precious purple quartz, has intrigued humanity for years. In its natural state, amethyst exhibits a spectrum of colors ranging from light violet pink to deep reddish purple. Experience this stunning variation firsthand with Amethyst Blush Thinking Putty®. Initially appearing as a dark lavender, this putty transforms into a delicate pink with the application of heat from your hands.

As a member of the Hypercolor® Collection, this unique putty undergoes a fascinating color change in response to heat, providing an interactive and visually striking experience. Delve into the captivating world of Amethyst Blush Thinking Putty® and witness the wonders of nature come to life in your hands!

Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of lava, the molten rock that emerges from deep within the Earth during volcanic eruptions. Formed from magma, this fiery substance undergoes dramatic transformations as it journeys to the surface, influenced by its temperature and mineral composition. In the case of Super Illusions Thinking Putty®, you'll witness a captivating color metamorphosis. From vibrant orange to shimmering crimson copper, then from deep brown to rich reddish-black, this putty mirrors the mesmerizing hues of real lava as it cools and solidifies. Prepare to be awed by the dynamic beauty of nature captured in this unique sensory experience!

When one of our children was a preschooler, we received the best advice a parent of a kinesthetic child could receive: Let her wiggle. And wiggle she did. I don't think she sat for schoolwork for many years. But sometimes pirouettes and somersaults can distract other children, especially when dealing with a mixed bag of modalities. The visual students, in particular, will go bonkers trying to be attentive in the presence of a human pogo stick. However, the kinesthetic child can't be attentive without movement. A workable compromise is a handheld fidget of some sort. Over the years, we have investigated several fidgets; some were silly, some were creepy, and some were flimsy. I broke three in one week, and I'm not even kinesthetic! When a shipment of Thinking Putty arrived, I was eager to see how it fared. The results were outstanding!

Thinking Putty is enhanced with knock-your-socks-off colors that shift or morph as you squeeze. All non-toxic, non-gooey Thinking Putty versions will bounce, stretch, tear, drip, snap, and even shatter. Silicone-based, they will never dry out.

Thinking Putty is an impressive adult-sized handful of high-quality moldable putty. Not just for wiggly children, Thinking Putty is also a stress-relieving, soothing slab of super-smooth elastic putty for tense office workers and impatient computer geeks. It also can be used as a hand exercise for guitar players or therapy for arthritic hands. Each tin arrives with one-fifth of a pound of Thinking Putty and a label that says Crazy Aaron's Thinking Putty. We offer many mesmerizing versions of thinking putty. Each tin contains enough putty for a couple of children to use simultaneously.

Discover "cold spots" in your microwave with Hypercolor Thinking Putty!
Many microwaves have turntables to mitigate "cold spots." These cold spots are between the "hot spots," places where microwave light consistently peaks. If you place Hypercolor Thinking Putty in the microwave, you'll be able to reveal these locations. The Hypercolor Thinking Putty will begin to change color in certain specific areas (hot spots).

Place the Hypercolor Thinking Putty onto a piece of cardboard covered in microwave-safe zip bags. The plastic bags will help ensure easy removal from the cardboard. Then, place it in the fridge for a few minutes so it can cool off and every section can even out in temperature.

While the Hypercolor Thinking Putty is cooling, remove the microwave's turntable and place a dish upside-down over the motor. Next fill a coffee mug with water and place it on top of the upside-down dish. By now the Hypercolor Thinking Putty should be sufficiently cooled so move it from the fridge to the top of the water-filled mug.

(Note: We use the mug of water as a "sink" -- a place for all the excess microwave energy to collect as heat. This is good for your microwave -- trust us. Also, you'll get better results if your Hypercolor Thinking Putty is in the middle of the microwave and not sitting at the bottom. The mug makes a good stand.)

Turn on your microwave and watch through the window. It shouldn't take more than a minute before you see little colored spots forming on the surface of the Hypercolor Thinking Putty. Stop the microwave once you start to see these spots. Those are your microwave's unique hotspots.

This experiment is easy and fun, but there are a few safety precautions:

1. Do not turn on your microwave with only a tiny piece of putty in it. Your microwave needs to have something else in it, such as a glass of water, to help absorb all the extra energy.

2. Your microwave will make the Hypercolor Thinking Putty HOT! In the spots where the color has changed, the Hypercolor Thinking Putty can be VERY HOT...almost molten. This can burn you. Wait until after it has changed back to the "cold color" before you touch it again.

Note About Clean-Up

Like other putty fidgets, Thinking Putty does stick to fabric, hair, and carpet, so keep an eye on where your little guy puts it! For a tidier option for your wiggler and fidgeter, check out Mad Mattr, which is part of our Preschool and PreK kits, or the NeeDoh Gummy Bear, which is in K through 2nd Grade kits. However, if you find yourself in a predicament and need to remove stray Thinking Putty, the manufacturer offers some tips on removing it. 

Manufacturer: Crazy Aaron's Puttyworld
Age Recommendation: 8+
Made In: USA
Faith-Based: No
Materials: Non-toxic silicone

Manufactured with the help of exceptional individuals challenged with disabilities.

Awards and Endorsements:
2016 Learning Express Best Product Innovation
2016 Learning Express Best Toy Award in Science
2014 Astra Manufacturer of the Year
2014 Learning Express Best Toy Award in Product Innovation
2014 TIillywig Toy Awards Top Fun seal Award for exceptional design, construction, and play
2013 National Parenting Center Seal of Approval for child-rearing and development

CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

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