Michelle Lee: Static Electricity

We decided to do an experiment today with static electricity.  We used balloons and rubbed them on our head to create static and then used the balloon to pick up pepper.  We also rubbed the balloons on our head and attached them to the wall.  We timed how long they stayed up…most dropped within about 15 minutes or so.  We also brushed our hair and then used the brush to pick up pieces of tissue paper.  The kids really enjoyed it.  We talked about if it would be strong enough to pick up our car or maybe a doll and tried a few different things.  Lots of learning and lots of fun!

Step 1 rub your head.

Use the balloon to pick up the pepper.

Draw funny faces on the balloons and then repeat step 1.

Step 3, attach them to the wall.

Next experiment, brush your hair, step 1.

Step 2, use the brush to pick up the tissue paper. 

 

Thanks for a great week, Michelle! 

Moms, don't forget that you can find Michelle at Always Growing whenever you're in the need for some fun kid-friendly experiments.