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Balancing Peeps

Use Peeps Marshmallows instead of normal ones for a fun Easter twist on a balancing act of science!

Items Needed:

  • Marshmallow Peeps
  • Toothpicks or wooden skewers
  • Small cups, blocks, or a flat base (to act as stands)
  • Timer or stopwatch (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Build a Base: Use a cup, block, or flat surface as the starting point to balance your structure.
  2. Add Toothpicks: Insert toothpicks or wooden skewers into the Peeps to create the building blocks of your structure.
  3. Create a Tower: Stack and balance the Peeps by connecting them with toothpicks. Try building the tallest or widest tower you can without it falling over.
  4. Challenge Yourself: Time how long your structure stays balanced or see how many Peeps you can stack before it topples.
  5. Experiment: Adjust your design to make it stronger or more stable, and compare your results!

Step-by-Step Instructions

Tia Kennard