Pushing the Envelope: The Art and Science of Ballooning — STEM in 30



There’s more to balloons than birthday parties! Hot air balloons changed the world centuries ago, and they continue to teach us a lot about science. Learn about the art and science of ballooning from Air and Space experts and ABC’s chief meteorologist Ginger Zee in this episode of STEM in 30.
Standards for Educators
National Core Arts Standards:
Anchor Standard #1: Generate and conceptualize artistic work and ideas
Anchor Standard #8: Interpret intent and meaning in artistic work
Anchor Standard #11: Relate artistic ideas and works with societal, cultural and historical context to deepen understanding.
NGSS:
MS-PS1-1 Matter and its Interactions (Atomic Composition)
MS-PS1-4 Matter and its Interactions (Particle motion and temperature)
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This episode brought to you by the generous support of the Norfolk Charitable Trust
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