See Inside Weather and Climate
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What’s inside...
A fascinating flap book that tours the land, sea and skies to discover where weather comes from. With over 100 flaps to lift, children can peer into a thundercloud, follow the path of a hurricane and visit the coldest place on Earth. Includes pages on climate change, the seasons, world climates, the water cycle, winds and more. An informative introduction to an essential school geography topic.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
6-9
Length
16 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think causes different types of weather like rain or snow?
How do changes in the weather affect the way we dress or the activities we do?
Can you think of any ways people might help to look after our climate?
Why do you think it's important for us to understand weather and climate?
What are some things you learned about the Earth's climate that surprised you?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the book's content to their daily observations of weather, fostering a personal connection.
Pose questions that allow the child to think critically, such as predicting the weather based on clues from nature.
Discuss environmental responsibility and what everyday actions can help protect the climate.
Validate their responses and extend the conversation by sharing your own thoughts and experiences related to the weather.
Create a weather journal together where you can document daily weather and discuss patterns over time.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding the Impact of Weather and Climate
Explanation: The book delves into various weather phenomena and climatic conditions, using detailed illustrations and simple explanations.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to recognize different weather patterns and understand their effects, which can foster environment-aware behaviors like recycling and conserving water.
Example Lesson: The Science Behind Weather Predictions
Explanation: Through interactive flaps, children explore how meteorologists predict weather and the tools they use.
Real-World Application: This knowledge can stimulate a child’s curiosity, leading them to observe daily weather changes and understand the importance of scientific methods.
Example Lesson: Adaptation to Different Climates
Explanation: The book explains how animals and humans adapt to various climates around the world.
Real-World Application: Children can learn about cultural and biological diversity, promoting inclusiveness and respect for different ways of living.
Example Lesson: Responsibility Towards the Environment
Explanation: It highlights the human impact on climate and encourages proactive behavior towards sustainability.
Real-World Application: This lesson equips children to make environmentally conscious decisions like turning off lights when not in use or reducing plastic use.