Standard II
Standard: Students will understand that the elements of weather can be observed, measured, and recorded to make predictions and determine simple weather patterns.
Observe, measure, and record the basic elements of weather.
Interpret recorded weather data for simple patterns.
Evaluate weather predictions based upon observational data.
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- TRB 4:2 - Investigation 1 - Clouds
TRB 4:2 - Investigation 2 - Thermometers
TRB 4:2 - Investigation 3 - Wind
TRB 4:2 - Investigation 4 - Air Pressure & Barometers
TRB 4:2 - Investigation 5 - Severe Weather
TRB 4:2 - Investigation 6 - Collecting Weather Data
TRB 4:2 - Investigation 7 - Interpreting Weather Data
TRB 4:2 - Investigation 8 - Weather Forecasts- Assessment - PDF
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Weather describes conditions in the atmosphere at a certain place and time. Water, energy from the sun, and wind create a cycle of changing weather. The sun's energy warms the oceans and lands at Earth's surface, creating changes in the atmosphere that cause the weather. The temperature and movement of air can be observed and measured to determine the effect on cloud formation and precipitation. Recording weather observations provides data that can be used to predict future weather conditions and establish patterns over time. Weather affects many aspects of people's lives.