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Air Lift
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In this physics activity, challenge learners to lift a book with just air using a plastic bag and a straw. This activity demonstrates compressed air and forces.

Thirsty Candle
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In this activity, learners will explore the dynamics of air pressure by using a candle, a cup, and a dish of water.

Molecules in Motion
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"Molecules in Motion" explores how materials behave and change in a vacuum.

Balloon Rockets
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In this activity, learners will create a model rocket out of an inflated balloon attached to a straw on a taught string.

Go Fly a Kite
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In this hands-on activity, children create their own kites that can fly indoors. Learners are exposed to basic concepts of gravity and air resistance.

Crazy About Kites
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In this activity, learners build a kite out of paper, change it, and try to make it fly even better. With their new knowledge of kite making, students can then go on to create their own kite designs.

¡Truco Con Agua!
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En esta actividad los aprendices aprenderán un truco de magia donde la magia es la presión del aire.

Hovercraft
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In this activity, learners make plates levitate! Learners build "hovercrafts" using simple materials to explore friction and motion.

¡Paracaídas!
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En esta actividad, los participantes explorarán las fuerzas de gravedad y la resistencia al aire usando paracaídas.

¡Ventanas de Burbujas!
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En esta actividad sobre la exploración e investigación, los aprendices harán ventanas de burbujas.

Photosynthesis and Transpiration
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In this activity on page 7 of the PDF (Plants—The Green Machines), learners examine the effects that light and air have on green plants.

Confetti Launcher
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Hooray! In this design challenge activity, learners invent a device that launches a spoonful of confetti into the air. Learners are encouraged to create the biggest cloud of confetti possible.

It's a Gas!
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In this simple activity, learners see the production of a gas, which visibly fills up a balloon placed over the neck of a bottle.