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Today, we are going on a journey to discover how birds fly.

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The adventure begins with a story and discoveries for 6 - 8 year olds!

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How can birds fly and what forces keep them in the air?

Birds fly thanks to a magical force called lift. This force is created by their wings pushing the air down, allowing birds to go up into the sky.

Lift is like an invisible elevator that helps birds fly up. By flapping their wings, they push the air down, which lifts them up.

Birds must also overcome a force called drag, which slows them down. Thanks to the shape of their wings, they can fly fast and far, like sky superheroes.

Different shapes of wings help birds fly in different ways. For example, the wide and flat wings of seagulls are perfect for gliding, while the pointed wings of swallows help them fly quickly.

The Dream of Flying

How can birds fly and what forces keep them in the air?

The Secrets of Flying Machines

After finding an old parchment in the attic of their house, Lea and Max, two curious kids, start a new adventure. With their dog Leon, they follow the clues that lead them to the magical workshop‎ (1) of Leonardo da Vinci. As soon as they arrive, they are amazed by the drawings and models‎ (2) that fill the room. Lea, with her paint-splattered apron and safety goggles, carefully studies the plans. Max, on the other hand, already has his sketchbook in hand, ready to draw the fascinating inventions he discovers.

Lea, amazed, says:
« Look, Max, drawings of flying machines! »

Max, amazed, says:
« Wow! I'm going to draw the details of the wings. »

After watching the birds, Lea tells Max:
« Max, we watched the birds in the garden. They fly with their wings. »

Max, thinking out loud, says: « Yes, their wings create lift‎ (3). They push the air down. »

Lea, curious and passionate, suggests:
« Max, I want to study wings and air currents. Do you want to too? »

Max, excited, says:
« Yes, Lea. We are going to figure out how to fly. »

By watching birds and testing their own models, they understand the basic principles of aerodynamics‎ (4), which helps them understand Léonard's inventions better. Max, with a mischievous smile, tries to fly one of his models, but it quickly falls to the ground.

The Forces of the Air

Max laughs as he picks up his model. He watches the birds outside and thinks.

Max, curious, asks:
« Lea, why do birds fly so well? »

After watching the birds, Lea tells Max:
« Max, their wings are perfect for flying. They are light and strong. »

Max, after watching the birds, explains:
« Yes, their wings flap quickly. They push the air down. »

Lea, after thinking for a moment, suggests:
« Max, I want to build a model with bigger wings. Do you want to too? »

Max, excited, says:
« Yes, Lea. We are going to try to fly like birds. »

Once they understand the secrets of aerodynamics, Lea and Max are ready to explore other mysteries. Intrigued‎ (5) by the drawings of flying machines, they decide to continue their investigations in Leonard's workshop. Curious, they follow the clues left by Leonard to a clever‎ (6) bridge designed by him, which seems to defy gravity‎ (7). This bridge, supported by wooden and rope structures, fascinates the children. After discovering the principles of flight by observing birds, they are now ready to understand how a bridge can support so much weight without collapsing. With a smile, Lea and Max head towards the Miraculous Bridge, ready to explore new mysteries and learn even more from Leonard da Vinci's inventions.

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