Arm & Hammer baking soda rockets closed out World Space Week with a bang
From Queens to Houston, more than 250 schools will participate in hands-on rocket experiments using baking soda and household materials.
Kasey Caminiti- Arm & Hammer hosted its second annual Baking Soda Rocket Day on Thursday, October 9.
- The event aims to set a record for the most baking soda rockets launched in a single day.
- Aerospace engineer Emily Calandrelli will lead a live launch at a school in Queens, New York.
Sure, volcanoes are exciting. But, baking soda rockets are the thing taking over classrooms across the country right now. On Thursday, October 9, Arm & Hammer launched the second annual Baking Soda Rocket Day as part of its Launch Across America campaign, marking the grand finale of World Space Week.
The goal was to set a record for the most baking soda rockets launched in a single day in an effort to make science fun, accessible and a little explosive (in the best way).
Returning for her second year, Emily Calandrelli (@thespacegal)—aerospace engineer, best-selling author and recent space traveler—will lead a live rocket launch at PS127 Aerospace School in Queens. Expect paint can blasts, bottle rocket launches, and plenty of squeals from excited students.
Meanwhile, retired astronaut Mike Foreman will join the celebration in Houston, bringing real-life space experience to the classroom.
Arm & Hammer’s Rocket Day isn’t just about fizz and fun—it’s about showing kids that science is everywhere, even in your kitchen cabinet. By using baking soda, a household staple, Arm & Hammer's campaign proves that learning can be hands-on, affordable and exciting.
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