KSAT Kids Home Science: Christmas themed tinsel balloons

Here’s a really easy static electricity demonstration for kids!

SAN ANTONIO – Hello parents, teachers and students!

Are you looking for something fun to do at home that has a little bit of science behind it?

Well, check out this fun static electricity experiment that is quick and easy, which makes it perfect for kids of all ages!

The activity is courtesy of www.steamsational.com.

Be sure to check out GMSA@9 on Wednesdays when Meteorologist Kaiti Blake does the demonstration and explains the significance behind it. To view the video, click on the player above.

Parents and guardians: upload a video of your child performing the activity by clicking here. Send it in and you might see it on GMSA @ 9 a.m.!

Christmas themed tinsel balloons

Here’s what you’ll need:

  • balloons
  • tinsel or holiday bows

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About the Authors

Kaiti Blake is a child weather-geek-turned-meteorologist. 

Ben Spicer is a digital journalist who works the early morning shift for KSAT.

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