Slime Molds???

[Bernii]

For an article for NICKELODEON MAGAZINE (for kids 8-12 ish) I am 
researching slime molds. I have some basic stuff, but looking for more.
Since it has properties of both amoeba and fungus, and has been considered
both a plant and an animal, I'm not sure where to look.

Very interested in finding someone who has kept Plasmodia in the lab or at
home, and considered it a "pet."

Any help is appreciated. Thanks!