Got
Gas?
Hot air balloons do. Know
how balloonists steer? Wonder why the sky is blue? See science in action and
explore these and other basic balloon-related science concepts with Sci-Tech
Discovery Center at the Plano Balloon Festival at Oak Point Park Friday, 9/22
through Sunday, 9/24.
Wonder how hot-air balloons
stay afloat? Sci-Tech Discovery Center will provide basic answers to these
and other questions about the science of ballooning at the festival. Or, go to
our Balloon Science Web page to learn more and to discover fun
activities you can try at home.
Try the Balloon
Math Challenge
Be sure
to try the Sci-Tech Balloon Math Challenge. Winners for one of three
Nintendo DS Lites with Brain Age and Big Brain
Academy games will be drawn
from among correctly answered submissions. Answers must be submitted by
September 30, 2006. Winners will be notified by October 15, 2006, and correct
answers will be posted on the website. Stretch your mind, have some
fun.
Sci-Tech Mission
To provide a dynamic, interactive experience that inspires
people of all ages and backgrounds to embrace discovery and innovation through
the exploration of math, science and technology.
