Winter Weather Challenge: Snow Day

This resource, published by Georgia Tech Research Institute, features a meteorology activity designed for sixth graders. In this activity, students learn to search for trends in weather forecasts then play the role of school officials to determine whether school should be closed for snow. In the process, students are "introduced to weather concepts and terminology and forecasting basics while learning how to read and analyze forecasts from the National Weather Service." Students will:

• Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information to recognize the significant role of water in Earth processes,

• Obtain, evaluate, and communicate information about how the sun, land, and water affect climate and weather.

The activity is divided into four sections that last four class periods. The prep guide includes materials needed, planning, key questions and concepts, and grading opportunities for each section of the activity. The resource includes the following:

• An 22-page curriculum booklet with an annotated teacher's version
• A 6-page teacher's prep guide
• Materials list
• Supply checklist
• Student worksheet packets
• A forecast chart
• Seven videos providing context around meteorology and weather prediction