Looking Closely: Flying High with a Balloon

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Looking Closely: Flying High with a Balloon

What can we learn when we slow down to look closely at objects? Join in as we look closely at hot air balloons and other inventions that allow people to go high above the ground into Earth’s atmosphere! After watching the video, make sure to watch Flights of Fancy Story Time: “The Incredible Balloon Flight to Dizzying Heights” to hear a story and do a craft! https://s.si.edu/3Fn41Y0

The National Air & Space Museum Looking Closely videos provide an opportunity for young children and their families to explore our collection of air and space objects and historic photos that correspond with select Story Time episodes.