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Welcome to Weather Wonders! – What is weather? – Weather is the air and sky around us. – Types of weather – Sunny, rainy, windy, snowy, and stormy. – Why weather matters – It affects what we do and wear each day. – Weather and our daily lives – We choose clothes and activities based on the weather. | This slide introduces the concept of weather to first graders. Begin by explaining that weather is what the air and sky are like at any time, including temperature, wind, and precipitation. Discuss different types of weather such as sunny, rainy, windy, snowy, and stormy. Emphasize the importance of weather in our daily lives, such as how it influences our clothing choices and activities. Encourage students to think about how they change their behavior based on the weather, like wearing a coat on a cold day or playing indoors when it rains. Use simple language and relatable examples to make the concepts clear and engaging for young learners.

What is Weather? – Weather is the air outside – Types: sunny, rainy, windy, snowy – Examples: A sunny day at the park, rainy days with umbrellas – Weather changes often – Daily and hourly changes – Morning might be sunny, afternoon could bring rain | This slide introduces the concept of weather to first graders. Begin by explaining that weather is the condition of the air outside, which can be felt and seen. Discuss the different types of weather, providing examples and visuals if possible, such as a sunny day when we play in the park, or a rainy day when we use umbrellas. Emphasize that weather is not constant; it can change quickly, sometimes several times in the same day. Encourage students to observe the weather throughout the day to notice how it can be sunny in the morning and rainy in the afternoon. This will help them understand the dynamic nature of weather patterns.

Sunny Weather – What a sunny day looks like – Bright sky and no clouds – Wearing hats and sunglasses – Protect our eyes and skin – Sunny days make us feel warm – Sunny days can make us happy | This slide introduces students to the concept of sunny weather and its characteristics. Start by describing the visual aspects of a sunny day, such as a clear, bright blue sky and the absence of clouds. Explain the importance of wearing protective gear like hats and sunglasses to shield from the sun’s rays. Discuss how the warmth from the sun can make us feel cozy and comfortable, and how sunlight often lifts our spirits, making us feel cheerful. Encourage the children to share their own experiences of sunny days and what activities they enjoy doing when it’s sunny outside.

Rainy Weather – What a rainy day looks like – Grey clouds, water drops falling from the sky – Using umbrellas and raincoats – We stay dry with umbrellas and raincoats – Plants need rain to grow – Rain gives water to plants, helping them grow big and strong | This slide introduces students to the concept of rainy weather, its characteristics, and its importance. Begin by describing the visual cues of a rainy day, such as grey clouds and drops of water falling from the sky. Explain the purpose of using umbrellas and raincoats, which is to stay dry when it’s raining. Emphasize the significance of rain for plant growth, as it provides essential water for them to thrive. Encourage students to share their own rainy day experiences and observations. You can also discuss the water cycle briefly to explain where rain comes from, making sure to keep the explanation simple and age-appropriate.

Windy Weather – What a windy day looks like – Trees swaying, leaves rustling, hats flying off – Kite flying on windy days – Wind makes kites soar high in the sky – Wind cools us on hot days – Breezes make the heat more bearable | This slide introduces students to the concept of windy weather and its characteristics. Start by asking students to describe a windy day they remember. Discuss how the wind affects our environment by making trees sway and leaves rustle, and how it can sometimes blow our hats off. Explain that windy days are perfect for flying kites because the wind lifts and keeps the kite in the air. Also, talk about how wind can be refreshing on a hot day, helping to cool us down. You can demonstrate this by having students gently blow on their hands to feel the cooling effect. Encourage students to share their own experiences with windy weather.

Snowy Weather Fun – What snowy days look like – The ground is white with snow and it can be very cold – Dressing up for the snow – We wear jackets, gloves, and hats to keep warm – Building snowmen – Use snow to make a snowman with a carrot nose – Making snow angels – Lie on the snow and move your arms and legs to make angel shapes | This slide is designed to help first graders visualize and understand snowy weather. Begin by describing the appearance of a snowy day, emphasizing the white blanket covering everything and the falling snowflakes. Explain the importance of wearing appropriate warm clothing like jackets, gloves, and hats to stay warm. Engage the students by talking about fun activities such as building snowmen, using props like carrots for noses, and making snow angels by lying on the snow. Encourage the children to share their own snowy day experiences and what they like to do when it snows. The goal is to combine learning with fun, memorable activities that they can relate to.

Understanding Weather Patterns – Weather changes with seasons – Winter is cold, summer is hot – Patterns help predict weather – Rainy for days means more rain coming – Meteorologists study weather – Scientists who focus on weather – Weather forecasts are predictions – They tell us if it’ll be sunny or rainy tomorrow | This slide introduces the concept of weather patterns and their variability across different seasons. It’s important to explain to first graders that weather can change from day to day but also tends to follow a pattern that changes with the seasons. For example, winter is generally colder than summer. Explain that by observing these patterns, we can sometimes guess what the weather will be like in the near future. Meteorologists are scientists who study the weather and use patterns to predict the forecast, which helps us plan our days. Encourage the students to observe the weather each day and discuss the patterns they notice. This will help them understand the basics of weather forecasting.

Class Activity: Let’s Make a Weather Chart! – Create your own weather chart – Observe and draw today’s weather – Look out the window, what do you see? Clouds, sun, rain? – Show and tell with your weather art – Share what you drew and describe the weather to friends – Learn about different weather types – Sunny, rainy, snowy, windy: what’s the weather like? | This activity is designed to engage students with hands-on learning about weather. Provide each student with a template of a weather chart or have them draw one. Encourage them to look outside and observe the weather conditions: is it sunny, cloudy, rainy, or snowy? Have crayons, markers, and other art supplies available for them to draw what they see. Once everyone is done, organize a show and tell session where each student presents their drawing and describes the weather they observed. This will help them learn to identify different types of weather and understand that weather can change from day to day. For the teacher: be prepared with alternative indoor activities in case of inclement weather, such as drawing weather based on descriptions or using pictures and videos.