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Grade 6, Science Std #: 1.2 Identify local weather and weather patterns.

Lesson Plans Tracking Local Weather Students measure temperature, precipitation, wind direction, and wind speed for one week and compare their results to actual weather data. Weather Log Students will record sky observations as well as instrument readings for a time period of one week. Our City’s Temperature The student will use a thermometer to record temperatures from their homes throughout the city, and then hypothesize reasons for the temperature variations. Weather Sketchbook Students will keep a sketchbook of weather observations over an extended period. School Temperatures Students will collect and record temperatures throughout the school to compare and contrast the temperatures recorded from various spots throughout the school. Weather Moods The student will use the scientific method to determine if and how people’s moods are affected by the weather. Northwest Weather Watch This module will allow students to investigate how clouds are formed and the impact of weather on our lives. Clouds: An Internet Based Lesson Plan Students will learn about the principles of cloud formation by witnessing a laboratory demonstration and conducting research on the Internet in cooperative learning groups. Gathering Weather Information Students use weather data and information found on the Internet to predict weather patterns. Observing Wind Students will make a weather vane to measure the wind. Make a Barometer Students will make a barometer to measure the air pressure. Make a Psychrometer Students will make a psychrometer to measure the amount of relative humidity in the air. Graphing Rainfall Students will use Excel to create a graph of rain fall at the school.

Resources: El Nino This site gives information about El Nino such as an introduction, definition, maps, compares El Nino years to non-El Nino years, and the economic impacts. Zeus' Web, Clarifying the Myths of Meteorology Student activity and reference site Forecasters Fear El Nino Year Informative article about El Nino. This page includes links, puzzles, questions and cross curricular ties. Celebrate the Year of the Ocean Eighteen activities for students to practice their math, geography, science, and language skills while learning about the world's oceans!
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