Weather Factors
In this activity, students explore the three factors that affect weather: precipitation, temperature, and wind. Students learn how meteorologists use weather tools to collect data. They learn how to measure precipitation with a rain gauge and how to measure temperature with a thermometer.
OVERVIEW
Activity Overview:
In this activity, students explore the three factors that affect weather: precipitation, temperature, and wind. Students learn how meteorologists use weather tools to collect data. They learn how to measure precipitation with a rain gauge and how to measure temperature with a thermometer.
Meta description
- Subject Area: Computer Science, Mathematics, Science, Reading/Language Arts
- Grade Level : 3-5
- Computer Science Domains:
- Data Analysis
- Computer Science Principles:
- Collaborating Around Computing
- Materials:
- Website, Project Lead the Way Website
- Considerations:
- Do you have access to Project Lead the Way?
Lesson Plan
Overview
In this activity, students explore the three factors that affect weather: precipitation, temperature, and wind. Students learn how meteorologists use weather tools to collect data. They learn how to measure precipitation with a rain gauge and how to measure temperature with a thermometer.
ASSESSMENT PRE/POST-TEST
How do the three weather factors impact your local area? Why is it important for meteorologists to collect weather data?
OBJECTIVES
analyze the effects of weather and understand how weather data is collected and interpreted.
CATCH/HOOK
Have the students think about the Green River flooding and the problems it could cause.
ACTIVITY INSTRUCTIONS
Read story Weather Worries Go over vocabulary KWL chart
Supplements
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REVIEW
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STANDARDS
| Type | Listing |
|---|---|
| CS Domains | Data Analysis |
| CS Principles | Collaborating Around Computing |
| Other Content Standards | 3-ESS2-1, 3-ESS2-2, 3-ESS3-1, RI.3.1, 3.MD.G.2 |