Paper Takes Flight Info
Learn how to build your own colorful tissue paper balloon that really flies. Download step-by-step instructions to assemble your PTF kit and check the balloon so you will be ready for launching.
Balloon STEM Resources
Download free balloon STEM resources for classrooms, families, homeschool use, and community learning. Explore printable activities, vocabulary sheets, balloon science guides, a teacher packet with detailed information, and a hands-on project to help explain how balloons work.
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Balloon Vocabulary
Discover essential terms and phrases used in hot air ballooning. Download this Balloon Vocabulary guide to learn the language of flight and better understand balloon science and terminology.
Balloon Teacher Packet
Explore a teacher ready explanation of our engaging and fun experience of building and flying tissue paper balloons. The program aligns with NM STEM Ready! Science across several areas and including NM hot air ballooning heritage. Build your lesson plans with the help here.
How a Balloon Works
Learn the science behind how hot air balloons rise, float, and descend using heated air and buoyancy. Download this guide to understand how balloons are designed and controlled to fly safely.
Model of Montgolfier Balloon
Create your own 3-D model of the historic Montgolfier balloon with this easy-to-print template. Print on cardstock, cut, and assemble to build a sturdy model for display and learning.
Download Montgolfier Balloon Model - Black & White PDF
Download Montgolfier Balloon Model - Color PDF
The Balloon Explorium Videos
Watch short clips and videos from The Balloon Explorium on YouTube for more balloon science, educational content, and visual learning resources.