Hot+Air+Balloon

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Ready for the balloon day festival! First you have to build one. In the links below you will find several files that will help you get up, up, and away! Make sure you read directions and note that there are a set of complete lesson plans that you can use. As always take proper precautions when working with this type of activity. Enjoy!

- Simple slides with easy to follow directions.

- Set of directions with activities and assessment involving a hot air balloon lab.

Air Travelers - An introduction to the basic principals of buoyancy, properties of gases, and teh temperature and technology involved in hot air ballooning.