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Deep Convective Clouds

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Students observe clouds. For this deep convective clouds lesson, students analyze cloud data recorded over one month and draw conclusions based on results.  Students predict "Thunderstorm Season" and prepare to defend their decision using data.

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clouds, making observations, space, data analysis

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clouds, data, observation, space, science
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Grade
3rd - 5th
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Science
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