University of Victoria (Canada)
Weather Watch: Water Cycle
Excellent discussion and illustration of the water cycle.
University of Victoria (Canada)
Weather Watch: Water Cycle
Excellent discussion and illustration of the water cycle. Explained in an easy to understand format.
Ohio State University
Osu: Beyond Weather and the Water Cycle: The Sun: Earth's Primary Energy Source
Extensive article that discusses the first principle of climate science, i.e., that the Sun is the primary energy source for the climate system of the Earth. Presents five concepts for this principle and explains each, providing...
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: What Forces Affect Our Weather?
A great starting point for learning about the weather and for finding help starting your own investigation of what affects the weather. Site is organized into the following sections: "The Atmosphere," "The Water Cycle," "Powerful...
NOAA
Noaa: The Ocean's Role in Weather and Climate
A collection of resources - interactive activities and teacher tutorials - on the impact the ocean has on weather and climate.
USA Today
Usa Today: Understanding Clouds and Fog
Learn about the different kinds of clouds, their location in the sky, how they form, their influence on the weather, and unusual cloud shapes.
NASA
Sci Jinks: What Makes It Rain?
or snow or sleet? Check out this concise explanation and illustration of the water cycle.
US Geological Survey
U.s. Geological Survey: Rain
At this site from the U.S. Geological Survey you can find out what makes rain such a valuable resource. Included is a chart that tells how much rain different cities in the United States receive. Click Home to access the site in Spanish.
BSCS Science Learning
Bscs: Online Resources During Covid 19 Shutdown
My school has shut down due to the coronavirus. What do I do now? BSCS Science Learning is here to help teachers during these unsure times. They have consolidated online resources to help you easily find programs, units, and more!
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Nisqually Glacier at Mount Rainier
Observe the Nisqually Glacier at Mount Rainier in this video segment from NatureScene. [4:07]