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DIY Mini Parachute


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  • Author: rosalind-chef-2
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 1 parachute
  • Diet: N/A

Description

A fun and educational project to build a mini parachute using simple materials while learning the principles of physics.


Ingredients

  • Plastic bag (small grocery or sandwich bag)
  • String (2-3 meters)
  • Small weight (coin or small toy)
  • Scissors
  • Tape
  • Optional: markers or stickers for decoration

Instructions

  1. Cut the plastic bag into a large square (30 cm x 30 cm).
  2. Cut four equal lengths of string, each about 75 cm long, and tape them to the corners of the plastic square.
  3. Gather the loose ends of the strings and tie them in a knot.
  4. Attach the small weight to the knot using tape.
  5. Hold the parachute high and let it go to test its descent.

Notes

You can customize your parachute with different colors and materials or experiment with various weights to enhance the learning experience.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Craft
  • Method: Crafting

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 parachute
  • Calories: 0
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 0g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg