LEGO Balloon Car Story

LEGO Balloon Car

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LEGO building is so entertaining and this easy to make LEGO Balloon Car is a perfect example of how wonderful LEGO play is for kids {and adults}.

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Combine simple science and engineering for STEM activities that will provide hours of fun and laughs!

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YOU WILL NEED: – Basic LEGO bricks – Also, we love the LEGO Education Wheels Set {Great if you have a group of kids or a large family or a boy who loves to build tons of cars!} – Balloons – Small Tape Measure

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Not only is this LEGO balloon car a great play experience it’s also a great learning experience! Lots of fun math and science to incorporate into this LEGO activity.

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Explore simple concepts like force and motion. The balloon forces out air which puts the car into motion.

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When the force slows down and eventually stops {empty balloon}, the car slows down and stops too.

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A heavier car will need a greater force but may not travel as far as a lighter car which will require less force to go farther.

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