Hot Air Balloons

 

 

FLIGHT

 
Aeroplanes
 

 

Helicopters

 

Mankind has always been fascinated by flight. This site will investigate three different kinds of flight: hot air balloons, aeroplanes and helicopters.

Click on each of these to learn how they work and then test your knowledge by clicking on the quiz.

Quiz

 


Rationale for Teachers and Parents


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References:

http://observe.ivv.nasa.gov
http://encarta.ninemsn.com.au
Barret, N. (1991). Flying machines. London: Franklin Watts
Burkett, M. (1998). Pioneers of the air. Kent: Ticktock Publishing.
Drake, P. (1990). Flight in focus. London: Franklin Watts.
Jackson, T. (2001). Inside a helicopter. London: Brown Partworks.
NSW Board of Studies (1999). Science and Technology K-6: Outcomes and Indicators.
Parker, S. (1995). What if: Airplanes. London: Aladdin Books.


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