π What is Weather?
Weather is what the air outside is like at a certain time. It can be sunny, rainy, windy, or snowy. It describes if it's hot or cold, and if there are clouds in the sky.
βοΈ The Different Types of Weather
- βοΈ Sunny: When the sun is shining bright and there are few or no clouds.
- π§οΈ Rainy: When water falls from the sky in drops.
- βοΈ Cloudy: When the sky is full of clouds, blocking the sun.
- βοΈ Snowy: When it's very cold and frozen water falls from the sky as snowflakes.
- π¬οΈ Windy: When the air is moving fast, making things blow around.
π‘οΈ How We Measure Weather
We use special tools to measure different parts of the weather:
- π‘οΈ Thermometer: Measures how hot or cold it is (temperature).
- π§οΈ Rain Gauge: Measures how much rain has fallen.
- π§ Wind Vane: Shows which direction the wind is blowing from.
π Why is Weather Important?
Weather affects what we wear, what we do, and even how we feel! If it's sunny, we might wear sunglasses and play outside. If it's rainy, we might wear a raincoat and stay indoors.
ποΈ Weather Changes
Weather can change from day to day, or even within the same day! That's why it's important to check the weather forecast (a prediction of what the weather will be like) so we can be prepared.
π± How Weather Affects Plants and Animals
- π§ Plants: Plants need sunlight and water (rain) to grow.
- π» Animals: Animals adapt to the weather. Some hibernate in the winter, while others migrate to warmer places.
ποΈ Fun Activities to Learn About Weather
- π¨ Draw the Weather: Draw different types of weather like sunny, rainy, and snowy.
- πͺ Make a Wind Vane: Create a simple wind vane to see which way the wind is blowing.
- π§οΈ Rain Catcher: Put a jar outside to measure how much rain falls.