Explore atmospheric phenomena and learn how scientists predict weather.

Virtual Weather Wise

For Grades 3-6

  • Live via Zoom or Google Meet
  • Capacity: 35 students
  • Duration: 45
  • Cost: $200
  • Offered Tuesdays through Fridays at a flexible time based on your schedule
  • Materials required: students will need these common items - lined notebook paper or graph paper; pencil or pen; empty plastic bottle (optional)

Lab goals

Learners will use real data and observations to make their own weather forecast and understand the difference between weather and climate, using accurate terminology and vocabulary.

Student outcomes

  • Understand the difference between weather and climate
  • Explore how forecasters use science to make predictions and learn about the tools scientists use to predict weather
  • Use data, observations and technology to make a weather prediction
  • Actively engage in inquiry-based science investigation
  • Share Learning Lab-generated thoughts/ideas/questions with peers and program facilitators
  • Work collaboratively with peers
  • Observe and analyze weather predictions using scientific tools
  • Practice 21st-century science and technology skills using online resources
  • Communicate using accurate terminology/vocabulary

Career pathways we will explore

  • Meteorologist
  • Atmospheric scientist
  • Climatologist
  • Research assistant
  • Environmental scientist

Next Generation Science Standards

All of our Learning Labs are designed to integrate curriculum standards and connections into your classroom!

Science and Engineering Practices:

  • Asking questions and defining problems
  • Developing and using models
  • Planning and carrying out investigations
  • Analyzing and interpreting data
  • Engaging in argument from evidence
  • Obtaining, evaluating and communicating information

Crosscutting Concepts

  • Systems and system models
  • Cause and effect
  • Energy and matter
  • Stability and change

Disciplinary Core Ideas

  • ESS2.C: Weather and climate
  • PS1.A: Structure and properties of matter
  • ESS3.C: Earth and human activity

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