| abstract |
A reusable, fluid-swellable absorbent composition (20) is disclosed. The composition generally includes a superabsorbent polymer, a gum, a film-forming resin and gelatin. The composition may further include a colorant and/or reflective particles, and it is particularly well-suited for use with amusement devices (10), such as for use by children. The device (10) includes at least one sample of the invented composition, preferably including colorant and/or glitter, a volume of water (24) and a structure (10) including a base (12) and a closed perimeter extending outwardly from the base. The structure (10) includes a plurality of discrete regions (16), and may collectively resemble an object, scene or other image. Then upon placement of a small quantity of the composition (20) into a particular region and addition of water to the quantity, the composition swells, expands and generally conforms to the shape of the region. |