Begin the lesson by discussing the concept of severe weather. Explain that thunderstorms are a type of severe weather characterized by strong winds, heavy rain, and lightning.

Show a short video clip to capture students' interest and introduce the topic of thunderstorms.

Explain the characteristics of a thunderstorm, including strong winds, heavy rain, and lightning. Discuss why it is important to stay indoors during a thunderstorm.

Use visual aids to show examples of thunderstorms and discuss the safety measures to take during such weather.

Engage students in a discussion about their experiences with thunderstorms. Ask them to describe what they saw, heard, and felt.

Watch a video that explains how thunderstorms form and the science behind lightning and thunder.

Conduct a simple experiment to demonstrate how clouds form and how lightning is created using safe materials.

Have students draw a picture of a thunderstorm, labeling the different elements such as clouds, rain, and lightning.

Provide students with a worksheet where they can match weather symbols to their corresponding descriptions.

Ask students to share what they learned about thunderstorms and why it is important to stay safe during such weather.

Conduct a quick quiz to assess students' understanding of the characteristics of thunderstorms.

Review the key points of the lesson, emphasizing the characteristics of thunderstorms and the importance of safety.

Encourage students to reflect on what they found most interesting about thunderstorms and share their thoughts with the class.

Assign the 'Extreme Weather Events' worksheet to assess students' understanding of different weather phenomena, including thunderstorms.

For further exploration, have students create a safety poster outlining what to do during a thunderstorm.