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Recommended grade level: 6-8.
In Experiments with Balloons, 1 of 4 books in the series Getting Started in Science, about 50 simple activities with balloons help students learn about topics such as the properties of gases, air pressure, electricity, density, and sound. Among other activities, students measure the "floating strength" of liquid-filled balloons. They also compare the densities of air, "lung air," and carbon dioxide. Students build a pressure gauge to compare the pressure of a small balloon with that of a big one, make a model lung, and use balloons to investigate static and electric charge.

Experiments with Balloons was written for students. They can do most of the activities without supervision, although several may require adult assistance because of the materials involved. The activities are largely narrative in form. Each contains questions to help guide students' inquiry. Some experiments are preceded by an explanation of a scientific principle.

Price: $18.95 (ISBN 0-89490-669-0).
Publisher/supplier: Enslow.
Materials: Available locally, or from commercial suppliers.

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Balloons,

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Density,

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Electric charge,

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Electricity,

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Gases,

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Multi & Applied Sciences: Integrated Science: Book One, ~ Matter and Energy in the Biosphere, ~ Science Interactions: Course 2, ~ A Sunken Ship.
Models,

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Sound,

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Static electricity,

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Multi & Applied Sciences: The Ben Franklin Book of Easy and Incredible Experiments: Activities, Projects, and Science Fun.

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