Introduction
Hello, Weather Explorers! Have you ever wondered why it rains, how snowflakes are made, or what causes a rainbow? In this web quest, you’ll learn all about weather and the different types of it we experience. By the end of your journey, you’ll create your very own weather forecast for the week using what you’ve learned!
Task
- Visit fun weather websites to learn about rain, snow, storms, and more.
- Answer questions about different types of weather and how they form.
- Create a weekly weather forecast with pictures and descriptions of the weather each day.
Process
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Step 1: Explore Weather Websites
Use the links below to learn about different types of weather. Look at videos and fun facts to see how weather happens!- What is Weather?: Weather Wiz Kids
- Rain and Snow: DK Find Out About Weather
- Storms and Rainbows: National Geographic Kids Weather
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Step 2: Answer These Questions
- What is weather, and how is it different every day?
- What causes rain, snow, and thunderstorms?
- How does a rainbow form?
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Step 3: Create Your Weekly Weather Forecast
Pretend you’re a meteorologist and make a 5-day weather forecast for your town!- Draw a picture of the weather for each day (sunny, rainy, snowy, etc.).
- Write one sentence about what kind of clothes people should wear (e.g., “Bring an umbrella for the rain!”).
Evaluation
- Answering all the weather questions.
- Creating colorful and clear weather drawings for each day.
- Writing helpful tips for what people should wear or bring based on the weather.
Conclusion
Great job, Weather Explorers! You’ve learned all about the rain, snow, storms, and sunshine that make up our world. Now you’re ready to share your forecast with friends and family—who knows, maybe you’ll be a weather expert one day
Teacher Page
Thank you students for completing the web quest! If completed correctly you will recieve an A. This is for second graders learning the weather.