Hot air balloon experiment

This Cold and Hot Air Experiment is an exciting way to explore how temperature affects air pressure using a balloon.

Every year in New Mexico, the world’s premier balloon event takes place called the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. The event runs from October 5-13 and is considered the largest ballooning event on earth! Over 600 hot air balloons will take to the skies and cameras will be at the ready. In fact, this event is …

Cut a small hole in the bottom of a paper cup and then cut a fringe around the edge. Insert a balloon into the paper cup and inflate the balloon. Hold the ba...

Hot air balloons work thanks to convection currents. The heat source under the balloon heats the air inside. A convection current inside the balloon keeps

Perhaps you've seen hot air balloons for sale as science demonstrations/experiments that you fill up with hot air from a hair dryer...

A hot air balloon is something kids would love as a science project. Incorporating basic physical concepts, the step by step comes with valuable tips and ideas. It could be your go-to project at the next science fair. A handful of mini hot air balloons out of tissue paper could light up any gloomy skyline

Science is all about testing, re-testing, searching, exploring, and playing. I'm almost convinced most scientists are kids who never quite grew up! Try this Self-Inflating Balloon Science Experiment with your kids today!

Such an amazing experiment, watching the tea bag hot air balloon fly!

Balloon in a bottle experiment teaches how air molecules expand and contract when the temperature of air changes. Kids can learn about density, buoyancy and air pressure concepts using this experiment.

From the Centre for Science Education, and with support from Shell Education services, these materials help children to explore ideas related to forces, gravity, flight and density. By using large sheets of tissue paper and a template, a simple hot air balloon can be constructed. The balloon will then rise if the air inside is heated using a hair dryer. Children can work in groups to make a large balloon if the template is scaled up. Teacher guidance gives information on the materials…