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Discover a comprehensive collection of meteorology resources tailored specifically for educators across all grade levels. Dive into a vast array of engaging videos, interactive worksheets, informative websites, and captivating activities designed to captivate students' interest. Delve into topics such as the dynamic atmosphere, the fascinating processes of convection, conduction, and radiation, the intricate mechanisms of wind and the water cycle. Explore concepts like humidity, dew point, clouds, and precipitation, while unraveling the mysteries of weather fronts, surface maps, and the art of interpreting weather station models. Prepare to embark on an exciting journey through stormy weather, gaining insights into the awe-inspiring forces behind hurricanes and tornadoes.

Using Atmospheric Pressure t…

In this Earth Science lab, students will crush a soda can using atmospheric pressure. This is a common science experiment with a twist. In this version, students will calculate the total air pressure found on the outside of the can.

How to date a planet. Video

This is an animated video discussing the age of the earth.  It discusses uranium and zirconium dating methods.  Part of the video also talks about how geologists use relative age dating.
 

Convection Currents M…

I do this convection currents demonstration when discussing how air moves. This can be used as well when discussing volcanoes, mantle convection, and water convection.

Earth Science Tornado Statistics P…

 In this assignment, students will access a database with documented tornadoes since 1950. Students will use a Google spreadsheet as a class to gather data from the website.

What is wind? Video

Embark on an illuminating video that unravels the secrets of wind. Explore the fascinating mechanisms behind wind generation on our planet.

Guess the Seasons: Sesame Street…

Indulge in an endearing Sesame Street video that serves as a delightful introduction or review of the four seasons.

Why do clouds stay up? Video

Unravel the mystery behind the ethereal nature of clouds in this captivating video. Delve into their physical composition, delve into the intriguing process of cloud formation, and acquaint yourself with the diverse names bestowed upon various cloud types.

Identifying Cloud Types We…

Engage in a captivating Earth Science activity that hones your cloud identification skills.

Being hit by lightning? Video

Embark on a compelling video that sheds light on the physical and mental repercussions experienced by humans when struck by lightning. Gain insightful knowledge about the specific damages inflicted on the body and mind during such a rare and powerful occurrence.

Air Masses and Fronts

In this Study Jam video, students will have a chance to learn about the concepts of air mass and weather front, as well as the differences between cold and warm fronts. The video will also cover some important cloud vocabulary related to weather.

Air Pressure and Wind Video

Discover how air pressure generates wind in this Study Jam video. Students will learn key vocabulary terms such as air pressure, wind, barometer, convection, downdraft, updraft, high pressure, low pressure, Coriolis Effect, temperature, water vapor, and density.

Air Pressure Animation/Explanation

Learn about air pressure in this engaging animation that explains how heavy air affects us and why it doesn't crush us. The video does a great job of simplifying a complex concept and making it accessible to learners of all ages. Don't miss out on this informative video!