About the Balloon 

The Earthcare Balloon* is a large, inflatable model of the earth designed as an interactive teaching tool measuring 5.2 m (17 ft) high. Viewed from the outside, the Balloon presents an accurate and detailed model of the earth with its land masses and water bodies along with geographic features such as mountains and deserts. A class of students can enter the Balloon and view it from the inside, seeing the diversity of the world’s ecosystems at a glance.

The Earthcare Balloon is an experience. It shows students how they are part of a greater whole. The goal of the Earthcare Balloon and accompanying curricula is to instill respect for the earth and promote a desire to protect the diversity of life on the planet.

Earthcare Connections acquired the first Earth Balloon Inc.®  in Canada and held its first presentation in 2002. The Balloon has been educating audiences province-wide ever since. Manufactured by Earth Balloon Inc., the Balloon was created from 24 strips of Dacron sailcloth--one strip per time zone--printed with full-colour satellite images.

What students are saying about the Earthcare Balloon:

“I think the earth is really cool! I didn’t think there was that much water on earth!!” - Mark B.

“Your world helps make our world better.” - Amanda P.

“Thank you for showing us the rainforest and how much water we have. I will help by not littering.” - Eric

“Today was a blast. Thanks for all you taught us about the earth.” - Anonymous

What teachers and administrators are saying:

“Great message about the environment.” - Nancy H.

“It was great! The students’ attention was kept the whole time and they were excited about it. Great questions asked and information offered was very interesting.” - Jodi B.

“We especially like how Wayne tailored the program to meet our needs. Individual teachers were able to point out aspects in their current teaching units.” - Anonymous
 

*Manufactured by Earth Balloon Inc.®