Balloon Greenhouse

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Materials

Clear balloon funnel 1/2 cup dirt water radish seeds string or cup

Instructions

1. Put the funnel in the neck of the balloon.

2. Pour 1/2 cup of dirt into the balloon.

3. Keep holding the balloon by the neck. Add about 1/4 cup of water through the funnel. Be sure the soil in the balloon is wet, but not soggy.

4. Use the funnel to drop the radish seeds into the balloon.

5. If the balloon is dirty, wipe it carefully with a washcloth.

6. While holding it gently by the neck, carefully blow air downward into the balloon. Hold the balloon carefully to keep it from tipping.

7. Tie a knot in the neck to keep the air in the balloon, then tie a ribbon around the knot.

8. Tie the balloon to a hook or other place near a window. Or, place the balloon in a cup with the neck at the top.

9. Watch the plant in the balloon begin to grow.

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