SYNOPSIS: This lesson introduces the concept of weather to students.
SCIENTIST NOTES: Observing the weather to track changes is an important activity. This lesson allows students to understand the local weather and observe the patterns and their impact on their daily activities and the environment. All materials are suitable techniques for qualitative weather forecasting. On that account, this lesson has passed our scientific credibility process and is recommended for teaching.
POSITIVES:
-This lesson creates a collaborative learning environment for students as they are introduced to weather and its importance.
-This lesson features sensory learning as students use their five senses to make observations about the weather.
-This lesson features excellent vocabulary development.
-This lesson provides an introduction to the relationship between climate and weather.
ADDITIONAL PREREQUISITES:
-You can place a thermometer in an easily accessed outside location (e.g., near the recess area) and check the temperature daily.
-It is necessary to print the weather journal and weather wheel ahead of time.
DIFFERENTIATION:
-You can have students think-pair-share during the read aloud. Students can make predictions or answer questions.
-You can pause the read aloud before the text is read for students to make observations and predictions about the story.
-Groups of students with mixed abilities can collaborate on their weather wheel and their future climate prediction.
-Possible Extension: Work with the school administration to find a way for students to share a daily weather report with the school (e.g., live morning assembly, email blast, TV announcement, etc.).
- Subject:
- Geoscience
- Physical Science
- Space Science
- Material Type:
- Lesson Plan
- Provider:
- SubjectToClimate
- Author:
- Krista Nido
- Date Added:
- 06/30/2023