STEAM Challenge Friday – Pom Pom Popper

Create this adorable Pom Pom Popper and kids can challenge each other to pop the pom pom the furthest. Children can alter their design as they play to get the furthest distance.

Supplies:
-Paper cup
-Balloon
-Pom balls, marshmallows, or cotton balls
-Tape
-Markers

Putting together this Pom Pom Popper is so easy. Start with removing the bottom of the cup. This part may require adult help. Take your balloon and trim the top part off. Slip it over the bottom of the cup and secure it with tape. Tie the bottom of the balloon. Now the fun part. Add your snowman design. Simply use markers to create your own or get creative with stickers or other fun characters!

Now the challenge. Add your pom ball to the cup, gently pull the end of the balloon back and release. Watch as your pom ball flies through the air!

Want a challenge or contest?

  1. See who can pop their pom ball the furthest
  2. Create a bucket or goal to aim for. How many pom can you land out of 10?
  3. Create a target and point system on the ground and create a game out of it.
  4. Something for fun >>> See if you can pop a marshmallow in the air and catch it in your mouth!

I hope you had fun creating this STEAM Challenge! Stay tuned for next Friday for our next STEAM Challenge!

We would love to see your creations and/or the challenges or games you played. Feel free to leave a comment and post your photos below!

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xo Shiny Happy Kids