Moon Balloon Rocket

Moon BalloonWhat you need 

  • 1 straw
  • 1 oblong balloon
  • 15-20 feet of string
  • tape


How you do it

  • Tie one end of the string to a chair, post or tree. Thread a straw through the other end of string and pull the string as tight as possible. Tie the string to another chair, post or tree.
  • Blow up the balloon and secure it to the straw using two pieces of tape.
  • Release the balloon and watch as it shoots down the line of string.

 

Tips: have your friend create a rocket balloon and have the balloons race each other to see which one is faster. You can also make your rocket look even cooler - with felt tip markers!

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