Aviation
In 1903, the Wright brothers made the first heavier-than-air powered flight—changing the course of humanity. However, people practiced aviation even before 1903—flying in airships, balloons, and gliders among other craft. Today, aviation is an integral part of our modern life.
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The Olive Problem
How does an olive alter an airline's bottom line?
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Flights of Fancy Story Time Field Trip Pre and Post Visit Materials - Bessie Coleman - Spanish
Packet of experiments and other interactive activities to expand topics connected to Bessie Coleman and early flight. These activities connect to common core and Next Generation Science standards.
Teacher
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Flights of Fancy Story Time Field Trip Pre and Post Visit Materials - Wright Brothers - Spanish
A mix of activities from experiments to writing activities. Expand learning on concepts connected to the Wright Brothers and Early Flight. These activities connect to standards of learning.
Teacher
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Flights of Fancy Story Time: Field Trip Pre and Post Visit Materials - Air Show - Spanish
A mixture of experiments and activities to expand the learning on the Air Show Storytime. Learn about Air Circuses and Air Shows with activities that connect to learning standards.
Teacher
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History of Airline Food
A short history of airline food.
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Animals in the Sky Scavenger Hunt for the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center
Explore the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center. Can you find the animal names of our aircraft?
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