How to Make a Yo-Yo Sleep

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This is for those who wish to make their yo-yos sleep or sleep longer!

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Step 1

Make sure there are no knots or tangles in the yo-yo string.
Step 2

Loop the yo-yo around your middle finger, between the second and third joint.
Step 3

Hold the tightly wound yo-yo in your hand. Position the yo-yo so that the section of string that is coming from the yo-yo to your finger is in the front.
Step 4

Curl your hand and arm as if making a muscle.
Step 5

Hold your hand over your shoulder and throw firmly down and out slightly.
Step 6

Aim for a spot a few feet in front of you.
Step 7

Turn your hand over so that it is palm down.
Step 8

Try not to let the yo-yo bounce as it reaches the end of the string. This will minimize the chance of the yo-yo catching and coming back up.
Step 9

Let the yo-yo land gently and "sleep."
Step 10

Return the yo-yo to your hand on the string before it stops spinning by jerking straight up.