Q&A for How to Make a Marshmallow Catapult

Follow the same steps, but use mini-marshmallows and toothpicks.

Yes, Popsicle sticks are the same thing as craft sticks. Just make sure the crafts sticks are sturdy enough.

Not necessarily. The springiness of the plastic spoon will give you a little bit of launching power if you tie it off with a string or thread. However, the rubber band will give you much more power and generally work better.

Tape cardboard to the bottom of the problem area, and place certain weights to stablize the machine.

Yes. Any spoon should work fine, as long as it's sturdy.

Yes, you can!

This is a Class 2 lever because the load is in between the effort and the fulcrum.

Yes, you can.

Use wood glue or normal school glue. (If you're impatient, use super glue, as it dries quicker.)

It does not appear to have as much launching power as the first one, but all 3 are fun to make.

2 or 3 inches just depends on how big the marshmallows are. You can use bigger marshmallows for greater distance.

You can use pom-poms instead, as long as they can fit with ease. They're soft and have enough density to move well.