Teach your students the difference between climate and weather with this Weather vs Climate PowerPoint and accompanying guided notes.
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Is this a question your students are struggling to understand in your science class? While these two terms are often used interchangeably, let’s take a closer look at the true meaning of each.
In short, weather refers to the current atmospheric conditions in a specific location over a short period, while climate refers to the long-term average weather patterns and variations in a particular region.
If you are looking for a Climate vs Weather PowerPoint to explore the concepts of weather and climate, you have come to the right place! Teach Starter has created a slide deck with information about these terms as well as integrated activities and check for understanding opportunities throughout. This download also includes guided notes for your students to use as they learn about weather and climate.
Prior to the lesson, distribute a copy of the guided notes to students and instruct them to follow along while the slides are presented. Present the Climate vs Weather PowerPoint to the class, following the directions on each slide. Students will be able to fill in their notes as you go. When you reach the weather forecast section, give students ample time to create their own weather forecast. You can have the researcher conduct their own research or provide one for your area for them to follow.
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This resource was created by Stephanie Weinkauf a teacher in New Mexico and a Teach Starter Collaborator.
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