Paper Book Blow

MATERIALS NEEDED

2 books or blocks of the same size, at least 2" (4 cm) thick

1 sheet of paper

1 straw

table

Paper Book Blow movie
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STEPS TO FOLLOW:

one Place the two books or blocks on the table approximately 5 inches (10cm) apart.

two Lay the sheet of paper lengthwise across the top of the books creating a "bridge" between the books.

three Use the straw to blow as hard as you can just under the edge of the paper.

four Observe. (The paper sinks down toward the table.)

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Last modified: Tue Mar 24 16:50:31 PST 1998