Fourth graders investigate the attraction between two different charges to explain the concept of lightning in a thunderstorm.

Middle schoolers discuss dangerous weather. In this science lesson plan, students decide on which state they want to research and check the Internet for the dangerous weather in that state. Middle schoolers determine which weather hazard...

Ensure that all class members understand the basic concepts and vocabulary they need to complete a performance task on thunderstorms with an activity that asks them to use a Venn diagram to compare thunderstorms with rainy days.

Students are introduced to the parts of trees through discussion and participation in learning centers with hands on activities that focus on each part.