Balloon Fountaiin

Looking for a way to beat the heat and add some excitement to your summer days? Let’s create a balloon fountain! This simple activity is perfect for outdoor play and guaranteed to bring lots of laughter and splashes.

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Balloon Fountain

Create a cool and refreshing water fountain using just a few household items

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Things You’ll Need:

• A balloon

• A plastic bottle

• A straw

• Water

• Tape or glue

• Scissors

Step-by-Step Process:

1. Cut a small hole near the bottom of the plastic bottle. Insert the straw into the hole and secure it with tape or glue to make sure it doesn’t leak.

2. Pour water into the bottle until it’s just below the level of the straw. Make sure the straw is angled upward.

3. Inflate the balloon and hold the neck tightly to keep the air in. Stretch the balloon’s neck over the bottle’s mouth, making sure it’s sealed well.

4. Release the neck of the balloon while holding the bottle steady. Watch as the air from the balloon pushes water through the straw, creating a fun and refreshing fountain.

Pro Tips:

• Try using different sizes of balloons and bottles for varied fountain effects

• Experiment with the angle of the straw to change the direction of the water spray

• Have a balloon fountain race to see whose fountain sprays the farthest

Why we love this activity

The balloon fountain is a fantastic way to cool off and have fun outside. Kids will love the surprise and excitement of watching the water spray out, and it’s a great way to stay cool on a hot day.

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