This paper plate balloon tennis game is so much fun to make and play. Kids of all ages will love making this paper plate balloon tennis game. Not only is it a fun craft, but it’s a fun game! This balloon tennis game and craft is perfect for fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. This budget-friendly balloon tennis game will also get kids moving. It’s a win-win for everyone. Make this fun paper plate tennis balloon game at home or in the classroom.

Paper Plate Baloon Tennis Game

Tennis. We love simple kids activities. The easier the better. Who needs to get rackets and go to a court to play tennis when you can make an inside version and play in your living room?

Here is a simple way you can  make a paper plate tennis game, with paper plates and balloons. Hours of fun!

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Supplies Needed To Make This Paper Plate Balloon Tennis Game

• Paper plates
• Blue, yellow, red acrylic paint
• Paint brushes
• Duct Tape
• Balloons
• Giant Craft Sticks

Make your Paper Plate Tennis Paddles.

Step 1

You will need craft sticks and duct tape, along with your paper plates. Paint makes everything happier!

Step 2

Duct tape the sticks to the back of your plates.

Step 3

Fill your balloon with air.

How To Make Your Balloon Tennis Ball

All you need is a balloon! Pick your favorite color balloon and fill it up only slightly.

Craft notes:

The secret to this game is to under fill your balloon! It makes the balloons easier to direct with each whack of the paper plate paddles.

Don’t use helium or your balloon tennis ball will fly away. Need some help blowing up your balloon? Then try this hand held balloon pump.

How To Play With Your Paper Plate Tennis Paddles

Make it fun! Instead of traditional “tennis” play keep away, try to keep the balloon balanced on your paddle while your pals try to knock it off.

OR… play make a goal for yourself.  See if you can bat the balloon into your goal!

Our Experience With This Balloon Tennis Game

My kids love playing with balloons. Many times it’s that game where you hit the balloon back and forth or just try to keep it from touching the ground, but I thought this would be a great alternative. Plus, they could be apart of making their own balloon tennis game. And they love it! And I do to. It’s fun to play with them, but it’s also a great way to keep your kids busy when you need a minute to do something. Plus, it gets my kids moving rather than staring at a screen.

Or if it’s an icky day outside. Kids can get out all that unused energy by hitting the balloon tennis ball around. And they’re practicing their gross motor skills with this indoor or outdoor gross motor play idea. So if you’re looking for some indoor games with balloons…add this to the list!

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How did your paper plate tennis game turn out? Who won?