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Thunderstorm
What is a thunderstorm? Our universe - Planet Earth - Weather Learning Points Lightning occurs when ice particles inside thunderstorm clouds collide, causing sparks of electricity. This can occur inside the cloud or between the cloud and...
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Where does rain come from?
Exploring where the rain in a puddle comes from. Our universe - Planet Earth - Weather Learning Points Rain is produced when water vapour in the clouds condenses and falls to the Earth’s surface. A Twig Junior Film - Core science...
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Weather – True or false
True or false … A heat wave is a type of weather? People and places - Physical geography - Weather A Twig Tidbit Film - True or False? The children have to determine if a statement is true or false.
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Water and weather – Did you know?
Did you know that a third of the Earth's land is classed as desert? Physical processes - The Earth and beyond - Water and weather Learning Points A desert receives less than 25cm of rain per year. A third of the Earth is defined as...
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Weather – Did you know?
Did you know that as hailstones form flying insects can become trapped within the ice? People and places - Physical geography - Weather A Twig Tidbit Film - Did you know? A fascinating fact is revealed.
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Water and weather – What's that noise?
What's that noise? ... It's an avalanche. Physical processes -The Earth and beyond - Water and weather A Twig Tidbit Film - What’s that noise? The children have to identify an object from its sound alone.
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Water and weather – Odd one out
Four processes are shown on screen, but which one is not a part of the water cycle? Physical processes - The Earth and beyond - Water and weather Learning Points Evaporation, condensation and precipitation are all parts of the water...
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What is weather?
Check out the various forms of weather, what causes it, and how it affects our lives. People and places -Physical geography - Weather Learning Points The weather is the current state of the atmosphere in a particular location on Earth....
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Meteorologists
Understand how meteorologists can predict the weather. Physical processes -The Earth and beyond - Water and weather Learning Points Meteorologists try to predict, or forecast the weather. Areas of high pressure are often dry and sunny....
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Weather vs. Climate
What's the difference between climate and weather? People and places -Physical geography - Climate Learning Points Climate refers to the average weather conditions in a region over many years. The main climate zones are tropical,...
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The seasons
Find out how the tilt of the Earth's axis causes the seasons. Physical processes -The Earth and beyond - Seasons Learning Points The tilt of the Earth's axis causes the seasons. The Earth can be divided into the northern and southern...
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Jules Verne Trophy
Sail alongside the crew of Kingfisher II as they compete for the 2003 Jules Verne Trophy. People and places - Physical geography - Weather Learning Points The Doldrums is an area near the equator with low air pressure and very little...
Visual Learning Systems
Weather and Climate
In this video students will work with average monthly temperatures from two different cities. They will also create a data table and accompanying graph to identify changes in temperature throughout the year. This program correlates to...
Visual Learning Systems
Describing Climate
In this video students will learn how to obtain information to describe the climate of different locations on the planet. Live-action video helps students understand some of the different features of climate including temperature,...
Great Big Story
John Morales, championing climate awareness in meteorology
Meet John Morales, a veteran meteorologist dedicated to educating the public about climate change while forecasting weather in South Florida.
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Understanding Climate Change: The Greenhouse Effect and Fossil Fuels
This video explores the basics of climate change, focusing on the difference between weather and climate and the role of greenhouse gases. Learn how fossil fuels and carbon emissions contribute to global warming and the greenhouse...
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Atmospheric Layers: The concept of Atmospheric Layers
By the end of this learning object, the student will be able to: Recognize the atmosphere. Identify the concept of atmospheric layers. Identify the characteristics & importance of atmospheric layers.4434
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I WONDER - Where Do The Fastest Winds Occur?
Zoom into 'Where Do The Fastest Winds Occur?' to discover the whirlwind spots of our planet! A quick, exhilarating exploration of wind speeds, perfect for speedy young meteorologists.
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I WONDER - When Does Wind Occur?
Whirl into 'When Does Wind Occur?' to discover the breezy secrets behind how and why the wind blows! A quick, refreshing adventure, perfect for young meteorologists in the making.
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I WONDER - What Are Stratus Clouds?
Sail into 'What Are Stratus Clouds?' to uncover the blanket-like clouds that cozy up our skies! A quick, fascinating glide through the clouds, perfect for young weather watchers.
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I WONDER - What Are Nimbostratus Clouds?
Dive into 'What Are Nimbostratus Clouds?' to discover the clouds that bring us cozy, rainy days! A quick, fascinating look at the weather's water carriers, perfect for kids who love puddles and rainbows.