INTRODUCTION

YOUR REPORT

PRECIPITATION STUDIES

ACTIVITIES & RESEARCH

EARN A PROMOTION!

FOR TEACHERS

 

TEACHER'S GUIDE

SOUTH CAROLINA STANDARDS:

GRADE 2 - Weather
Standard 2-3: The student will demonstrate an understanding of daily and seasonal weather conditions. (Earth Science)

Indicators Covered
2-3.2 Recall weather terminology (including temperature, wind direction, wind speed, and precipitation as rain, snow, sleet, and hail).
2-3.3 Illustrate the weather conditions of different seasons.
2-3.6 Identify safety precautions that one should take during severe weather conditions.
 

ABOUT THIS WEBQUEST

In this webquest, children become kid meteorologists at WKID Weather Station.  Their first assignment, from Kim Handy, is to research and deliver a report on one of the 4 types of precipitation (Rain, Sleet, Snow, Hail).  The same 7 questions are asked for each of the 4 precipitation types and the children are reminded to keep these in mind as they do their research.

A kid-friendly YouTube video showing situations with each of the 4 precipitation forms is included on each research page.

Extra activities are given for fun weather learning,
 and may or may not enhance their understanding of the chosen topic.

Reports:

1 page paper describing their topic - should answer all 7 questions.

1 page first person story describing what their day would be like if it was (Raining/Sleeting/Snowing/Hailing) outside.

Extra Credit:

For "promotion" (extra credit) within the news station, kids are encouraged to complete an oral report in front of class.