DIY Air-Propelled Rockets (48 Pack)

DIY Air-Propelled Rockets give kids a hands-on STEM craft they can build, decorate, and then launch using air power for instant excitement and real science fun.

Build And Launch Rockets With Real Air-Powered Action

DIY Air-Propelled Rockets are one of those crafts where kids are instantly locked in because the end result is not just something to look at. It is something to launch. Kids build the rocket, decorate it with their own designs, and then use air power to send it soaring.

This project is perfect for STEM learning because kids can explore force, motion, pressure, and distance through trial and testing. They can adjust how hard they pump, compare launch results, and experiment to see what makes rockets fly farther or straighter.

It is a favorite for classrooms, science fairs, camps, and after-school programs because it keeps kids engaged, active, and learning while feeling like pure fun. If you want a craft where kids are cheering and running around after, this is the one.

Why These Rockets Are A STEM Crowd-Pleaser

• Build and launch for instant hands-on excitement
• Great STEM activity for learning force, motion, and air pressure
• Perfect for outdoor play, field days, and science events
• Encourages creativity, testing, and experimentation

Product Highlights

• Air-Powered Launch – Kids launch rockets using air pressure
• STEM Learning – Great for force, motion, and energy concepts
• Outdoor Friendly – Perfect for camps and field days
• Hands-On Fun – Build, decorate, and test for exciting results

What’s Included in This Craft Kit

• Wooden dowels
• Construction paper
• Straws

This Rocket Craft Is Great For

• Schools: A hands-on STEM activity. Perfect for science lessons, STEM labs, and classroom competitions that make learning exciting.
• After-School Programs: An energy-filled craft. Kids build, decorate, and launch while staying engaged through active play.
• Camps: A top outdoor favorite. Great for summer camp STEM days and outdoor activity stations where kids can run and test launches.
• Recreation Centers: A crowd-pleasing group activity. Easy setup with strong engagement and memorable results.
• Home: A backyard science adventure. Great for siblings, friends, and weekend play with learning built in.
• Nursing Homes / Senior Centers: A fun intergenerational craft. Great for visits with grandkids, where decorating and launch testing create shared excitement.
• VBS: A high-energy themed craft. Works well for themes about exploration, adventure, and teamwork.

How to Get Started

• Lay out rocket pieces and decorating supplies
• Decorate rockets with designs and colors
• Assemble rocket pieces securely
• Move to an open area for safe launching
• Pump and launch rockets, then compare distance and flight results

Tips for Launching and Learning

• Use a vast open space for the best launch experience
• Encourage kids to predict distance and measure results
• Have kids test different launch strengths to compare outcomes

Explore More

For more hands-on STEM craft ideas, visit our blog, including The Ultimate Guide to Hosting a Memorable Group Crafting Session and How to Host the Best Summer Camp Arts & Crafts Program Ever.

You can also explore more STEM favorites in our STEM Crafts collection.

Order Your DIY Air-Propelled Rockets Today

DIY Air-Propelled Rockets are the perfect craft when you want big excitement, real learning, and kids sprinting after their rockets like it is the Olympics of science. Build them. Decorate them. Launch them. Repeat until someone yells, “One more time!”