Hot Air Balloons
by Sanjiv Thompson
In this lesson students will explore engineering skills in the construction of hot air balloons. They will test their creations to see if they will fly/float and make adjustments if needed.
Lesson Grade Level
5th GradeLesson Plan Link/URL
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1av7MqWmPX3fOGq6bGowSOROP7KA65XgZ/edit?u…Subject Area
Science Physical Science P3: Net Force Engineering S2: Apply the Engineering Design Process S4: Apply Science to Engineering S7: Apply Project Management to Engineering English Language Arts (ELA) Reading (Informational Text) Writing Speaking & Listening
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