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Why are hurricanes so dangerous?

From Mystery Doug

Why are hurricanes so dangerous?
5 minK1st2nd3rd4th5thScience
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Summary

Mystery Doug takes on a real kid's question -- "Why are hurricanes so dangerous?" -- and follows the clues. Hurricanes are giant spinning storms that pile up wind, heavy rain, and ocean surge strong enough to flood whole coasts. A quick five-minute watch to spark curiosity and kick off a conversation.

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Discussion questions

Discussion

Doug investigates a question kids really asked: "Why are hurricanes so dangerous?"

  1. What was Doug's answer to today's question, in your own words?
  2. What surprised you most about hurricane, or what did you already know?
  3. What's one thing this makes you want to find out more about?

Quick work-a-long

Words to know: hurricane, storm surge, flood.

Try it: Explain the answer to "Why are hurricanes so dangerous?" to someone at home using these three words, then write down one new question it made you wonder.