Section outline

  • EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING...weather patterns by collecting and calculating weather data and interpreting the shape/size/colour of clouds
    • We are EXPLORING...weather patterns by analysing weather maps to recognise and plan for weather events

    Learning Intentions:

    Investigate weather maps and extreme weather events so we can adequately prepare and respond.

    Success Criteria: I can/have...

    • Compare and contrast climate and weather
    • Identify and describe the weather of different climate types around the world
    • Read a weather map including, 
      • Identifying warm and cold fronts
      • Identifying high and low pressure systems
      • Explain what causes these weather events using an understanding of the water cycle, temperature, and currents
    • Key words: climate, climate types (tropical, dry/arid, temperate, continental, polar), warm and cold front, isobar

    Activities:

    1. Class notes + activities: Google Slides (shared), BrainPop, EdPerfect 
    2. Literacy: National Ocean Service weather vs. climate, research climate types to draw conclusions on weather in the different climates
    3. Numeracy: Reading, interpreting and practice drawing weather maps 
    4. Hands-on: Understanding currents and how the water cycle leads to weather events