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DIY Mini Parachute

Create a fun and educational mini parachute using simple materials that demonstrates principles of flight and aerodynamics.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Activity, Craft
Servings 1 parachute

Ingredients
  

Materials

  • 1 bag Plastic bag (grocery or sandwich bag) Used as the canopy of the parachute.
  • 4 feet String or yarn Cut into four equal lengths, about 3-4 feet each.
  • 1 Small weight (like a washer or small toy) Used as the payload.
  • 1 Scissors For cutting the plastic bag and strings.
  • 1 Tape To secure strings and weights.
  • 1 Ruler (optional) For measuring dimensions.
  • 1 Marker (optional) For decorating the parachute.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Cut the plastic bag into a square or circle, about 12 inches in diameter.
  • Cut four equal lengths of string (about 3-4 feet each).

Assembly

  • Tape one end of each string to the corners or edges of the plastic canopy.
  • Tape a small weight (like a washer) to the bottom where all the strings come together.
  • Gather the free ends of the strings and tie them together securely.

Testing

  • Hold the parachute at arm's length and drop it from a height, observing how it floats down.

Notes

Decorate your parachute with markers for a personalized touch. Experiment with different sizes and weights to observe varied results.
Keyword DIY Mini Parachute, Educational Craft, Kids Activity, Physics Project, Science Experiment