Scientists from Procter & Gamble captivated an audience filled with children and parents as they demonstrated how powerful one sheet of Bounty paper towel can be while holding 11 billiard balls submerged in water.

Within the last week, the Center of Science & Industry (COSI) in Columbus, Ohio, hosted Procter & Gamble’s Bounty brand as they brought the “Bounty Experience” to life for children of all ages, including a group of third graders sponsored by the brand from nearby Woodcrest Elementary School.

“Bounty recognizes the benefits of learning outside the classroom,” said Eric Higgs, Bounty Brand Manager. “We are committed to providing opportunities for children to have access to a creative learning environment.”

At COSI, voted the #1 science center in the country by Parents magazine, parents and their children were invited to participate in numerous hands-on activities highlighting the fascinating science and technology that goes into the production of Bounty paper towels. Scientists from P&G’s Research and Development team were on-site demonstrating various tests that take place in order to ensure Bounty lives up to its quality standards. In one demonstration at the science center, 11 billiard balls were balanced atop a single sheet of Bounty and submerged in water. This amazing demonstration brought to life the strength and durability of Bounty paper towels, and allowed children to participate in numerous interactive demonstrations.

Other COSI and P&G-led activities children participated in included paper making where children could examine paper under a microscope and even walk through it.

It is a mission of Bounty’s to provide children with opportunities to unlock their creativity and curiosity. Since this opportunity may not exist for every child, Bounty is happy to provide them with these types of experiences outside the classroom to enable the creative thought process. As a bonus for participating in the session, the first 1,000 children received a free gift courtesy of Bounty paper towels.

SOURCE Procter & Gamble