Spongy Keepy-Uppy

Time:45 min

Difficulty:Easy

We’ve got a soap-prise for you: a new type of tennis that’s simply absorbing. Time to make your racket and get playing!

Here’s what you need:

A sponge for each player
A sturdy stick (like a wooden ruler or paint stir stick) for each player
An inflated balloon
Tape (like masking or duct tape)
A friend to play with!

Here’s how you do it:

Step 1:

To make your racket, tape your sponge near the top of your stick. You’ll want the sponge to stay put when you move the stick around.

Step 2:

Start playing! Your goal: Keep that balloon up in the air and don’t let it touch the ground. Work together to keep it up for as long as you can!

Tip (for outdoor play only):

Looking to cool off? Just dip your sponge in water and get ready to make a splash as you play!

How long did you keep the balloon in the air for? Tell us in the comments below!

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78 COMMENTS

willowmoon July 6, 2023 At 3:13 pm

Gonna try this. Looks… interesting.
AnuA July 6, 2023 At 8:28 pm

This looks fun gotta try it
keyarak July 10, 2023 At 4:17 pm

Me and my friend had it in the air for 45 seconds it was really fun
clockgirl9 July 12, 2023 At 11:54 am

This took five minutes
Like what
Killari July 16, 2023 At 9:30 pm

I am so trying this ❤
Apricot9 July 18, 2023 At 10:33 am

Seems so cool. Can’t wait to try it
Octavia777 July 18, 2023 At 7:54 pm

I AM SOOO EXCITED TO TRY THISSS!!!! if it is windy like rn I will do it without water but if it is outside and hot I will do with water lol
Princess_Alex July 19, 2023 At 7:03 pm

That soooooooooooooooooooo cool! 🙂
stormwitch72 July 22, 2023 At 10:31 pm

Can’t wait to try this!!!! I think it’s going to be fun!!!
thecoolestanimalprotector July 31, 2023 At 1:38 pm

Well this is a peculiar challenge

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