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Create a whimsical paper hot air balloon craft with our easy guide! Perfect for kids and crafters of all ages.

Made with items you probably already have around the house, this hot air balloon craft is a wonderful project for kids.

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…

The first aerostatic flight was conducted in September 1783, which makes it the perfect time to check out the history of hot air balloons this month.

Let's make a 3D Flying Kite craft with the kids this Summer! A fun and easy to make 3D kite craft that uses a pulley system to make the kite fly high up into the sky!

Step-by-Step How To Make a Hot Air Balloon Tutorial. D.I.Y. Party Decor. D.I.Y. Kids Craft. D.I.Y. Kids Bedroom Decor. D.I.Y. Travel Theme.

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

Learn how to make a paper plate hot air balloon craft. A fun and easy kids craft idea for preschool and kindergartners.