String shooter-String launcher- physics of toys //// Homemade Science with Bruce Yeany

The string shooter can launch a 8 foot loop of string that has some very interesting properties while it is in motion. The string is moving quickly enough be be self supporting and does not need to touch another surface for support. Homemade science is a collection of classroom tested ideas, suggestions, projects, and experiments that I have used in teaching physical science for the Annville-Cleona school district in central Pennsylvania. I am currently in my 38th year of teaching. My intention is to share these ideas with other teachers or anyone who has an interest in science. I have found that designing and building my own equipment has taught me more than any course that I have ever taken. I hope that you consider trying this for yourself.. I also share and show some of these ideas at workshops, science conferences, or inservice presentations. Videos are shot with a Casio EXH20.