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Printable science worksheet for Grades 1 and 2 with illustrations of a balloon in a bottle and an air cannon experiment.
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Force: Balloon and Air Cannon Experiments

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This hands-on science worksheet for 1st–2nd graders includes two experiments exploring force and air pressure: a balloon inflating inside a closed versus open bottle, and an air cannon that pushes various objects. Students observe what moves and answer questions about why, and consider how to increase the force of the air cannon. Perfect for science class, STEM lessons, or center time.

Subject:
Science
Topic:
Physics
Grade Level:
1st – 2nd Grades
Updated May 2026

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