Kindergarten Science Lesson Weather Forecasting STEM Activity

Learn about the Weather as your class completes a Weather Investigation Activity!

Scientists are curious. They explore things around them to learn more. They ask questions and look for answers.

In this Earth Science Activity, students explore the weather and ask questions about weather forecasting. They work together to study the weather, just like meteorologists.

Connects to the Read AloudWhat Will the Weather Be? By Linda Dewitt

This Kindergarten STEM Challenge aligns with NGSS Earth Science Standards for Kindergarten but can be used in 1st grade.

Material List:

• chart paper and markers
• crayons
• local newspaper or online weather website
• What Will the Weather Be? By Linda Dewitt

Includes:

• Teacher Instructions
• Student STEM Journal
• Student Instructions
• STEM Activity
• Vocabulary Words (Weather, Forecasting, Meteorologist, Severe Weather, Prepared)
• Student Reflection Sheet
• Rubric

Amazing resource for STEM club, STEM teachers, elementary librarians, parents who love hands-on learning, and elementary teachers who want to create a hands-on educational environment in their classroom!

Learning Objective
I can ask questions to learn about weather forecasting.

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