Materials

12 centimeter x 18 centimeter notebook paper
soda straw
flat surface (tabletop)
ruler
tape

Experiment Set Up

Holding the paper long side horizontally, measure and mark off one centimeter at each end.

Fold each end of the paper along those lines.

Using the folds as legs, stand the paper up on the flat surface and tape it in place. Make sure the paper has only a slight slack to it.

Experiment Procedure

1. Use the straw to blow a steady stream of air underneath the standing paper.

2. Observe and record.

3. Use the straw to blow a steady stream of air above the standing paper.

4. Observe and record.