4th Grade Elements Of Weather Lesson Plan Example

Topic: Describe elements of weather

Objectives & Outcomes

• Students will be able to describe the elements of weather, including temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind.

Materials

• Pictures of different types of precipitation (snow, rain, sleet, hail)
• Thermometers
• Hydrometers
• Wind gauges
• Calendar with dates for seasonal events (such as the first day of spring, the longest day of the year, etc.)

Warm-Up

• Ask students if they know what the elements of weather are. Allow them to answer and discuss their ideas.
• Show the class a picture of a thermometer and a hydrometer and ask them to describe what they are used for.

Direct Instruction

• Explain that the elements of weather are the factors that make up weather, including temperature, pressure, and moisture.
• Show the class a picture of a weather chart and explain how it is used to track the elements of weather.
• Define each of the elements of weather and give examples of them:
• Temperature is the measure of how hot or cold it is. It is measured in degrees Fahrenheit or Celsius.
• Pressure is the amount of force per unit of area exerted by the atmosphere on the surface of the earth. It is measured in millibars or inches of mercury.
• Moisture is the amount of water vapor in the air. It can be measured using a hygrometer.

Guided Practice

• Have the students work in pairs or small groups to complete a weather chart for a specific location.
• Provide the class with a copy of a weather chart template and have them fill in the relevant information for the location they chose.
• Encourage the students to use their knowledge of the elements of weather to explain their choices.

Independent Practice

• Have the students choose a location anywhere in the world and create a booklet or poster that illustrates the weather patterns for that location over a period of several days.
• The students should use their knowledge of the elements of weather to explain the patterns they observe.

Closure

• Review the main points of the lesson and ask the students to share what they learned about the elements of weather.
• Encourage the students to think about how understanding the elements of weather can help us predict the weather and plan our activities accordingly.

Assessment

• Observe the students during the guided and independent practice activities to assess their understanding of the concepts.
• Collect and review their weather charts and weather reports to assess their ability to identify and describe the elements of weather.