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Keep the Balloon Up

Beat it⏱ 5 minutesAges 4-10

Tracking a floating object builds hand eye coordination.

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  • 1 balloon
  • A timer
Supplies for Keep the Balloon Up

Do it in 3 steps

Keep the Balloon Up step 1
1

Blow up a balloon.

Keep the Balloon Up step 2
2

Keep it from touching the floor for 1 minute.

3

Next round: only use your head or your elbows.

Tinker Ted with a stopwatchDO IT WITH ME

Your turn! Beat the clock.

Press start, then put the screen down and build. We'll cheer when time is up.

5:00

⭐ Bonus round

Play with two balloons at once.

🧠 Why it works

Tracking a floating object builds hand eye coordination.

A grown up should be nearby for every challenge. Clean up together when you are done.

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