Weather and Climate
Using the Science A-Z resources below will help students develop proficiency in Disciplinary Core Ideas, engage in Science and Engineering Practices, and recognize Crosscutting Concepts as they build toward fulfilling one or more of the grade K Performance Expectations related to Weather and Climate.- K-PS3-1: Make observations to determine the effect of sunlight on Earth's surface.
- K-PS3-2: Use tools and material to design and build a structure that will reduce the warming effect of sunlight on an area.
- K-ESS2-1: Use and share observations of local weather conditions to describe patterns over time.
- K-ESS3-2: Ask questions to obtain information about the purpose of weather forecasting to prepare for, and respond to, severe weather.
Correlated Resources
Earth & Space
Weather
The Weather - Nonfiction Book
NGSS Codes: K-PS3-1, K-ESS2-1
Cool Clouds - FOCUS Book
mid NGSS Codes: K-ESS2-1- Single-sided
- Double-sided
- Teaching Tips
- Digital
Our Shining Star - FOCUS Book
mid NGSS Codes: K-PS3-1, K-PS3-2- Single-sided
- Double-sided
- Teaching Tips
- Digital
Weather - Investigation Pack
NGSS Codes: K-ESS2-1, K-ESS3-2
From Space to You - Science Video
NGSS Codes: K-ESS2-1
- Discussion Questions
- Video
Hurricane Hunters - Science Video
NGSS Codes: K-ESS3-2
- Discussion Questions
- Video
The Coldest Place on Earth - Quick Read
NGSS Codes: K-ESS2-1
The Hottest Place on Earth - Quick Read
NGSS Codes: K-ESS2-1
Earth & Space
Clouds, Wind, and Storms
Clouds, Wind, and Storms, Part 1: Weather - Interactive Lesson
NGSS Codes: K-ESS2-1
Clouds, Wind, and Storms, Part 2: Seasons - Interactive Lesson
NGSS Codes: K-ESS2-1
Clouds, Wind, and Storms, Part 3: Weather or Climate? - Interactive Lesson
NGSS Codes: K-ESS2-1
Clouds, Wind, and Storms, Part 4: Weather and Climate Data - Interactive Lesson
NGSS Codes: K-ESS2-1