Hypersphaera variavirgatis

Hypersphaera variavirgatis

Fruit Stripe Superball

This delicious sphere is distinguished by its bright colored stripes, set against a white background.  It is opaque and has a shiny, smooth surface.

Classified on December 29, 2104

by: Finn, Josie, Maddie x 1, and Jack

Officially accepted by Chief Sphaeralogist, Henry J. Simonds

Hypersphaera chromomusivum

Hypersphaera chromomusivum

Color Gridded Mosaic Superball

This opaque ball is composed of a variety of colored cells containing multi-colored swirls and lined patterns. The cells are outlined by a grid of green ribbon with a yellow center. The surface is of a satin texture. 

Classified on December 29, 2014 

by: Maddie x 2, Josie, Jack, Theo, and Finn

Officially accepted by Chief Sphaeralogist, Henry J. Simonds

Hypersphaera coloconcrispo

Hypersphaera coloconcrispo

Rainbow Swirl Jawbreaker Superball

This opaque super ball has a smooth, shiny surface. It is distinguished by its mix of multi-colored swirls. These swirls are set against a solid, white background in a marbled pattern.

Classified on December 29, 2014 by: Maddie x 2, Finn, and Josie

Officially Accepted by Chief Sphaeralogist, Henry J. Simonds

Hypersphaera chelonii

  

Hypersphaera chelonii

Rainbow-Colored Tortoise Shell Superball

This specimen is distinguished by its patterning that resembles the scutes and shell of the tortoise. It is opaque and has a textured, satin surface.

Classified by:

Finn, Josie, Maddie x 2, Jack

On December 29, 2014

Officially Adopted by Chief Sphaeralogist and I.S.S. Co-Founder, Henry J. Simonds

Scenes from BOUNCE! at the Children's Museum of Pittsburgh

Hey Folks,

Here are some scenes from the exhibition.  Photos by Larry Rippel are from the opening celebration.  

The BOUNCE! Video was made by the folks at the CMP.

Enjoy!

 - The Founders

I.S.S. Co-Founder and Chief Sphaeralogist visits the KDKA Morning Show

The I.S.S. gets air time!  KDKA Morning show Video.  Henry J. Simonds and Bill Schlageter of the Children's Museum visit the set to discuss BOUNCE!

Some Great B-Roll of the exhibit!!

Best,

The Founders

Alexandra Oliver Review of BOUNCE! on Pittsburgh Articulate

Thanks Alexandra for another nice write up!  We always value your thoughtful insight.

Pittsburgh Articulate Review

Best,

The Founders