Seven Fun Science Experiments about Air You Can Do at Home, Part 1

NOTE: it is always good to wear safety glasses when doing any science experiment.

HOVER CRAFT: SUPPLIES: an old CD or DVD, a hot glue gun, a balloon (the bigger the better), a cap from a liquid detergent bottle. Hot glue the detergent cap over the hole on the CD, using a lot of glue. Once firmly set, be sure the top of the cap is closed. Blow up the balloon and stretch the end over the cap. Gently open the cap just a little and give it a push on a hard surface! This is great for teaching kids about properties of air and friction.            

                                         

Submitted by S. Jeppesen

Youth Services Librarian

Hunter Library (Salt Lake County Library Services)