How to Make a Water Balloon Yo-Yo

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By FrazzledNanny
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Are you looking for a fun and unusual craft for your children? This Water Balloon Yo-Yo is the perfect outdoor activity for any age. Sit back and watch the fun (just don't sit too close). :D

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

1 Small Balloon (per child)
1 Large rubber band (per child)

Step 1

Cut the rubber band in half. Tie a loop, big enough to fit around your finger, securely on one end of the rubber band.
Step 2

Fill the water balloon about 1/4 of the way with water using a facet or garden hose.
Step 3

Now blow air into the balloon until it is the size of a tennis ball. This could get messy but that just adds to the fun. Tie the end of the balloon as you would a regular air filled balloon.
Step 4

Next tie the rubber band to the balloon securely at the knot of your balloon.
Step 5

Put the rubber band loop around your finger as you would a regular Yo-Yo. Go outside (if you are not already outside) and throw the balloon as you would a Yo-Yo. Try to catch it as it flies back towards your hand.
Step 6

Sit back and watch as your children have a great time playing with this squishy Yo-Yo.

Tips & Warnings

Use markers, stickers or other craft items to decorate the water balloons. Be careful to only use items that will not puncture the balloon.
Try out some of the Yo-Yo ticks with your Water Balloon Yo-Yo. Can you ROCK THE CRADLE? Maybe go AROUND THE WORLD?
Challenge your friends to see who can do the most creative tricks. This is great for birthday parties, or other gatherings, for entertaining the children.
Neighbors may see the fun you're having and ask you to make them (or their children) a balloon Yo-Yo.
Have extra balloons and a towel on hand in case one pops.

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