Pumpkin Chunkin' Catapult Out of Popsicle Sticks: A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a fun and creative way to spend your afternoon, look no further than building a pumpkin chunkin' catapult out of popsicle sticks! This unique project is perfect for kids and adults alike who love DIY crafts and are eager to test their engineering skills. With just a few simple steps and some basic materials, you can create a catapult that's sure to impress.

In this article, we'll take you through the process of building your very own pumpkin chunkin' catapult using popsicle sticks. From cutting and gluing to assembling and launching, we'll cover every step in detail so you can follow along with ease.

Step 4: Sticking the Popsicle Stick to One Another

To start building your catapult, begin by applying glue stick to one end of a popsicle stick. This will provide a sticky surface for attaching other sticks to form the base of your catapult. Next, take another popsicle stick and apply glue stick to its opposite end.

Now, place the second popsicle stick on top of the first, leaving some part of the stick exposed at the bottom. This will create a sturdy foundation for your catapult's wings. Repeat this process with additional popsicle sticks, applying glue stick to each new piece before attaching it to the previous one.

Step 5: Cutting One Popsicle Stick into Small Pieces and Sticking a Small Piece With the Other Popsicle Stick

Once you've assembled the base of your catapult using multiple popsicle sticks, it's time to start adding some details. Take one popsicle stick and cut it into small pieces with the end part. These small pieces will form the wings of your catapult.

Next, apply glue stick to one end of a small piece and attach it to another popsicle stick, as shown in the photo below. Continue applying glue stick to each new piece before attaching it to the previous one, gradually building up the height of your catapult's wings.

Step 6: Sticking a Small Piece After Sticking the Previous Small Part

After you've attached several small pieces to create the wing structure, take one more end part of a popsicle stick and stick it above the stuck popsicle sticks as shown in the photo above. This will add additional stability and support to your catapult's wings.

Step 7: Take Two More Sticks to Make the Wings of the Airplane

Finally, apply glue stick to both ends of two more popsicle sticks and attach them to the top of your catapult's wings, as shown in the photo below. These sticks will serve as the 'airplane' portion of your catapult, providing additional lift and stability when launching pumpkins.

With these steps complete, you now have a fully assembled pumpkin chunkin' catapult made out of popsicle sticks! Simply attach a small pumpkin or other object to the catapult's arm using glue stick or tape, and then launch it into the air to see how far it can go. With practice and patience, you'll be able to create a catapult that can launch pumpkins impressive distances.

So why not give it a try? Grab some popsicle sticks and get creative with your pumpkin chunkin' catapult today!

Pumpkin chunkin catapult out of popsicle sticks