In this video segment adapted from NOVA, scientists are on the hunt …
In this video segment adapted from NOVA, scientists are on the hunt for tornadoes. Using Doppler radar, they gather data in the hopes of solving the mystery of how tornadoes form.
This article from the free online magazine Beyond Weather and the Water …
This article from the free online magazine Beyond Weather and the Water Cycle provides appropriate science lessons for Grades K-5. The focus is on acquainting young learners with climate-change concepts that are not too complex for their grade level and will not frighten them. In each issue, the magazine develops articles around one of the seven essential principles of climate science. The author believes early lessons about water availability and extreme weather events will prepare students for complex climate concepts they will encounter in later grades.
This article identifies age-appropriate national science education content standards and curriculum connections …
This article identifies age-appropriate national science education content standards and curriculum connections for introducing complex concepts contained in Principle 7 of the Essential Principles of Climate Sciences. The principle describes consequences of climate changes on Earth systems and human lives. The content standards will help teachers determine appropriate topics for their students. A number of resources from the online magazine Beyond Weather and the Water Cycle are highlighted for their connection to the science curriculum in the early grades. In addition, the article identifies common misconceptions about weather and the water cycle often held by students.
After 90 percent of the town was damaged or destroyed by a …
After 90 percent of the town was damaged or destroyed by a tornado, Greensburg, Kansas, and Kiowa County Memorial Hospital developed a Long-Term Community Recovery plan to rebuild for resilience.
Benjamin Franklin is credited with saying, “Some people are weatherwise, but most …
Benjamin Franklin is credited with saying, “Some people are weatherwise, but most are otherwise.” Ol’ Ben understood that weather can have a great effect on our everyday lives, and he knew the importance of having an understanding of what makes the atmosphere work (and not just knowing when it’s safe to fly a kite). In Meteo 3, we will examine all aspects of the weather. You’ll learn the fundamental processes that drive the atmosphere, along with some of the tools we use to measure those processes. You’ll also learn about large-scale weather systems, severe convection, tropical weather, and climate change. As a result, you’ll be a better consumer of weather information and forecasts. So… do you want to be weatherwise?
This article highlights resources that can be used to supplement lessons on …
This article highlights resources that can be used to supplement lessons on extreme weather, including games and video clips. The article appears in the free, online magazine for K-Grade 5 teachers Beyond Weather and the Water Cycle. The magazine focuses on the essential principles of climate science.
This lesson is for students to deepen their knowledge of tornadoes. This …
This lesson is for students to deepen their knowledge of tornadoes. This is supplemented with a video, readings, simluators, and activity sheet. This is an opprotunity for students to explore and connect to the concept that will be learned.
Entender que los tornados son peligros relacionados con el clima. Entender las …
Entender que los tornados son peligros relacionados con el clima. Entender las caracteristicas de los tornados. Identificar las formas en que las personas pueden protegerse durante un tornado.
A Severe Weather interactive lesson with 51 slides that can be published …
A Severe Weather interactive lesson with 51 slides that can be published for students to complete independently on any teaching platform using Google Drive.
Students learn about tornadoes - their basic characteristics, damage and occurrence. Students …
Students learn about tornadoes - their basic characteristics, damage and occurrence. Students are introduced to the ways that engineers consider strong winds, specifically tornadoes, in their design of structures. Also, students learn how tornadoes are rated, and learn some basics of tornado safety.
After most of the city was flattened by a tornado, Joplin, Missouris …
After most of the city was flattened by a tornado, Joplin, Missouris Mercy Hospital built a new facility, incorporating features to reinforce its resistance to wind.
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