Exploring Atmospheric Concepts for Young Learners: From Preschool to Elementary Level
Loose and Lively Weather Science Fun
Take a wild and exciting journey into the realm of weather science! Dive into these fantastic weather activities that cater to preschool, elementary, and even middle school kids. Embrace the fun, engage your students, and make the most out of your weather unit!
💡 Weather science and meteorology belong to the branch of science known as Earth Science.
Earth Science comprises the atmosphere, hydrosphere, geosphere, and biosphere. Weather is about the day-to-day changes affecting our daily lives, such as whether or not to pack a raincoat for the playground!
Weather Science Adventures
Delve into the skies above with these simple weather experiments and activities centered around clouds, rain, and more.
DIY Weather Station
Step one: Craft your very own weather station! Create homemade weather instruments to kickstart this educational journey. Grab a helpful guide to get you started.
Pine Cone Hyetograph
Observe the connection between pine cones and weather changes using them as a simple tool to measure moisture in the air, known as a hygrometer.
Name That Weather Playdough Mat
Grab this set of free weather playdough mats perfect for kindergarten and preschool kids, adding a delightful twist to a weather theme science center! Pair it with this fun weather sensory bin for an even more captivating experience.
Seasons Sheets
Embark on a magnificent odyssey through the four seasons! Equipped with these printable seasons worksheets, discover the unique characteristics of each season, the weather changes, and the fun activities to enjoy! They are suitable for preschool and kindergarten. Compose this journey with these delightful seasons activities for kids.
Rainy Cloud Jar
Experiment with shaving cream to craft the perfect cloud, ready for rain! This easy-to-set-up weather activity uses just three common supplies and explores the query: why does rain fall?
Twisted Tornado Bottle
Ever wonder about how tornadoes are formed or work? Investigate twisters with this simple tornado-in-a-bottle weather activity! Learn about the meteorological conditions behind tornadoes too!
Rainfall Origin
Wonder what causes rain? Answer inquisitive minds with this rain cloud weather activity, indoors or outdoors! You'll need water, a sponge, and a dash of science know-how.
Rainbow Generation
Explore how light and water create rainbows! While I may not be able to pinpoint the location of the elusive pot of gold, learn about the fabulous fusion of light and water!
Cloud Viewing Glasses
Craft your very own cloud viewer, then step outside for a fun cloud identification activity. You can even keep a diary of your cloudy journey!
Floating Clouds
Delve into the formation of clouds and weather conditions with this jar cloud experiment that captivates young minds!
Static Spark Lightning
Investigate how static electricity in clouds triggers lightning using a balloon and a spoon.
Layered Atmosphere Lessons
Gain insights into the Earth's atmosphere with printable worksheets and games. Discover the layer responsible for our daily weather!
Temperature Time Travel
Unravel the mysteries of temperature changes throughout the day with an engaging fall-themed experiment that's enjoyable year-round!
Winter Wonderland Weather Activities
Unearth the secrets of winter weather science with hands-on explorations of winter patterns in the water cycle.
Winter Water Cycle
Discover how the water cycle doesn't halt in winter – it just takes on a new appearance! From snowfall and melting snow to groundwater flow and surface runoff, understand how every part of the water cycle continues to influence Earth's climate.
Water Cycle in a Bottle
Explore the water cycle up close and understand how water circulates through the oceans, land, and atmosphere with a simple water cycle model.
Water Cycle in a Bag
The water cycle plays a crucial role in delivering water to plants, animals, and even us! Demonstrate the water cycle with an engaging water cycle in a bag experiment.
Wintertime Evaporation Experiment
Delve into the effects of temperature and airflow on the rate of water evaporation.
Weather & Environmental Exploration
Explore the myriad ways weather impacts our environment.
Acid Rain Test
Learn what happens to plants when it rains acidically through a simple experiment involving flowers in vinegar.
Soil Erosion Extravaganza
Embrace the wind and water's impact on soil erosion with an interactive demonstration!
Stormwater Runoff Adventure
Comprehend what happens to rain or melting snow when it can't seep into the ground by creating a stormwater runoff model with kids!
WEATHER STEM fun
Enjoy these weather building activities!
Wind Contraption
Construct a DIY anemometer, as used by meteorologists to measure wind direction and speed.
Raindrop Gauge
Design your own DIY rain gauge and take it outdoors to measure rainfall amounts in your area.
Windmill Magic
Craft a windmill using easy supplies and test the wind outside to explore wind speeds.
Wind Vane Wonders
Create a wind vane to learn about wind direction!
Thermal Thermometer
Investigate the temperature outside by building a homemade, inexpensive thermometer.
Barometric Barometer
Measure and track atmospheric pressure changes with your homemade barometer, helping you predict the weather!
Sunstroke Sundial
Determine the time of day based on the sun's position with a crafted sundial.
Sweet Solar Oven
Experiment with solar energy and enjoy some treats on a warm day with this DIY solar oven project!
Wind Whirl Wind Turbines
Create a simple Wind Turbine model to learn about renewable energy and the power of harnessing wind!
Weather Science Lesson Planning
Water Dynamics
Dive into the water cycle, which illustrates how water moves between the atmosphere, land, and oceans through evaporation, condensation, and precipitation.
Cloudy Skies
Discover the formation of clouds, rain, and their impact on the weather, using visual activities such as foam rain clouds and cloud viewers.
Precipitation Party
Explore various types of precipitation like rain, sleet, snow, and hail.
Real-World Weather
Connect scientific concepts to real-world experiences through hands-on experiments and a free printable weather tracker.
💡 Consider creating a weather station to track and document local weather patterns.
Printable Weather Project Packs
Immerse yourself in thoughtfully curated hands-on activities, instructions, and printables with our Preschool Weather Project Pack and Elementary Grades Weather Project Pack. These packs cater to specific grade levels, making it a breeze to fuel curiosity and foster learning about the wonders of weather!
Venture into the realms of Earth Science, focusing on weather, a key component of our daily lives. Construct DIY weather stations like meteorologists do, begin your educational journey with homemade weather instruments. Probe the connection between pine cones and weather changes using them as simple hygrometers.
Explore weather-themed activities tailored for kindergarten and preschool kids in the form of playdough mats and sensory bins, promoting a fun and captivating learning experience. delve into the unique characteristics of each season and the fun activities to enjoy with the help of printable seasons worksheets.
Experiment with shaving cream to craft the perfect cloud, ready for rain, learning about the process of precipitation. Investigate twisters and tornadoes in a bottle, gaining insights into the meteorological conditions behind them.
Observe the formation of clouds and weather conditions with a jar cloud experiment while gaining knowledge about Earth's atmosphere and its impact on our daily lives. Get hands-on with a static spark lightning experiment, discovering how static electricity triggers lightning.
Dive into the water cycle in winter, exploring how it continues to influence Earth's climate despite the seasonal changes, and the transformation from snowfall and melting snow to groundwater flow and surface runoff.
Delve into the cooperative research of weather and the environment, learning about the effects of acid rain, soil erosion, and stormwater runoff. Conduct experiments to understand the water cycle, wind speeds, atmospheric pressure, and solar energy.
Craft wind contraptions, rain gauges, windmills, wind vanes, thermometers, barometers, sundials, solar ovens, and wind turbines to gain a better understanding of weather patterns and the power of renewable energy.
Educate on the water cycle, cloud formation, precipitation, and real-world experiences through hands-on experiments and a free printable weather tracker. Empower young learners with printable weather project packs designed for specific grade levels.
Construct a weather station to track and document local weather patterns, fostering a deeper connection between scientific concepts and real-world experiences.
