How to Make a Tornado Tube Connector Toy

* 2 clear plastic cups

* 2 straws

* 1 piece of string

* Scissors

* Duct tape

Instructions

1. Cut the straws in half.

2. Tape one end of each straw to the bottom of one of the cups.

3. Tape the other end of each straw to the top of the other cup.

4. Tie a piece of string around the middle of the straws.

5. Hold the cups upside down and twist them in opposite directions.

6. The straws will create a tornado effect, and the string will help to keep them from separating.

Tips

* Use clear plastic cups so that you can see the tornado effect.

* Cut the straws in half to create a shorter, more powerful tornado.

* Tie the string tightly around the straws so that they don't come apart.

* Hold the cups upside down and twist them in opposite directions to create the tornado effect.

Variations

* You can use different types of straws to create different effects. For example, you can use bendy straws to create a tornado that changes shape.

* You can also use different types of string to create different effects. For example, you can use yarn or ribbon to create a more decorative tornado.

* You can also add different objects to the cups to create different effects. For example, you can add glitter or confetti to create a sparkly tornado.

Safety Precautions

* Be careful when cutting the straws.

* Be careful when tying the string around the straws.

* Hold the cups upside down when creating the tornado effect.

* Do not put your face near the tornado effect.

Enjoy your new tornado tube connector toy!