STEM Starters Getting Started Kit: Balloon Cars

STEM Starters provide students with essential tools to complete hands-on projects. 

This STEM Starters: Balloon Cars activity kit challenges students to create a balloon powered vehicle. The essential pieces plus an 8-page parent/teacher guide are provided; it’s up to the young scientists to determine the best materials to use in order to propel their vehicle effectively. Using the engineering design process students will create, evaluate, and redesign their simple machine until their objective is met. Includes enough materials to begin 6 balloon cars. 60 pieces total.

ESSENTIAL PIECES:
(12) foam discs
(12) plastic sticks
(12) straws
(6) balloons
(6) nozzles