Summary
Is it raining, is it snowing…is a hurricane a-blowing? Whatever the weather’s doing, you can find out why it’s doing it in this BrainPOP movie! In it, Tim and Moby explain what weather is and how different types of weather form. You’ll find out what the engine for all weather is (it has something to do with water). And if you’ve ever wondered why weathermen are always talking about cold fronts and warm fronts, wonder no longer! Grab your coat, we’re going out into the elements!
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Ages 7+
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Teaching resources
Discussion questions
A few questions to talk through after watching Weather:
- What is one new thing you learned about weather?
- Can you explain it to a partner in your own words?
- Where might you see this in the real world?
- What is one question you still have?
Quick work-a-long
Try it:
- Write one sentence explaining weather.
- Draw or give one example of your own.