Smart Slime Co.
Students don't just learn about business—they run one. Through our student-operated Smart Slime Co., kids develop real entrepreneurship skills while having fun creating and selling slime products.
From product development and marketing to financial management and sales, students gain hands-on experience in every aspect of running a successful business.
Real Business. Real Skills. Real Results.
Smart Slime Co. is more than a fun activity—it's a comprehensive entrepreneurship program where students learn by doing. Every step of the business process becomes a valuable learning opportunity.
Product Development
Students design, create, and refine their own slime products, learning the full product lifecycle from concept to customer.
Marketing & Branding
Build real marketing skills by creating product names, packaging designs, and promotional materials that attract customers.
Financial Literacy
Manage budgets, calculate costs, set prices, track inventory, and understand profit margins through hands-on experience.
Sales Skills
Practice customer service, sales techniques, and communication skills while running pop-up shops and online stores.
Teamwork
Collaborate with peers on product development, marketing campaigns, and sales events while learning valuable leadership skills.
What We Make
Our student entrepreneurs create high-quality, creative slime products that are fun, safe, and designed with care. Every purchase supports student learning and development.
Mess-Free Experience
Our slime products are designed to be fun without the cleanup hassle, perfect for parents and kids alike.
Student-Designed Products
Every product is created, tested, and refined by our students, ensuring quality and creativity in every batch.
Unique Hands-On Learning
Each purchase supports student learning and helps kids develop real-world business skills.
High-Quality Ingredients
We use safe, high-quality materials in all our slime products, tested and approved by students and parents.
Skills Students Develop
Through Smart Slime Co., students gain real-world business skills that will serve them throughout their academic and professional careers.
Entrepreneurship
Understanding business fundamentals, from product creation to customer satisfaction
Creativity
Developing innovative products and marketing strategies that stand out
Financial Management
Budgeting, pricing, inventory control, and profit/loss calculations
Communication
Customer service, sales presentations, and professional collaboration
Problem-Solving
Overcoming business challenges and adapting to customer feedback
Building Future Entrepreneurs
Smart Slime Co. gives students the opportunity to experience entrepreneurship firsthand. They learn that business isn't just about making sales—it's about creativity, problem-solving, teamwork, and perseverance.
Through this hands-on program, students develop confidence, financial literacy, and the entrepreneurial mindset that will help them succeed in whatever path they choose.
“When students run their own business, they discover capabilities they never knew they had. It's not just about the slime—it's about building confidence and real-world skills.”
— Jayme Diehl, Founder
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