K-6 Science for the Next Generation

Lesson Plans
Types of Weather

Learning Objectives

  • Identify and describe different types of weather such as sunny, cloudy, rainy, windy, and snowy.
  • Observe and discuss the weather conditions outside on a given day.
  • Understand how weather changes from day to day and what terms are used to describe these changes.

Introduction and Hook

Begin the lesson by discussing the weather outside. Ask students to describe what they see and feel. This will help them connect the lesson to their immediate environment.

Go to the Lesson

Introduce the concept of different types of weather using simple vocabulary such as sunny, cloudy, rainy, windy, and snowy.

Direct Instruction

Explain each type of weather with examples. Use descriptive words and relate them to students' experiences.

Show the video 'What's the Weather Like?' to introduce basic weather concepts and vocabulary. This video helps students understand weather phenomena through engaging descriptions.

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Guided Exploration

Take students outside to observe the weather. Encourage them to use new vocabulary to describe what they see.

Watch the video 'Understanding and Measuring Weather' to explore how the sun's heat affects weather patterns. This video supports teaching about the dynamic nature of weather.

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Hands-On Activity

Have students create a weather chart by drawing pictures of different weather types. This activity helps reinforce their understanding of weather vocabulary.

Independent Practice

Assign the 'My Weather Diary' assessment where students observe and record the weather over four days. This activity engages them in direct observation and documentation.

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Check for Understanding

Use the 'How Can You Describe the Weather?' assessment to check students' understanding of weather vocabulary and their ability to visually recognize weather patterns.

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Review and Reflection

Discuss the different types of weather observed during the week. Encourage students to share their weather diaries and reflect on any changes they noticed.

Assessment and Extension

Conclude with the 'Hot, Cold, Sunny and Rainy' assessment to evaluate students' understanding of weather-appropriate clothing choices.

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Encourage students to take the Unit Quiz to test their comprehension of the Types of Weather topic.

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