Teacher Created Materials - Science Readers: Content and Literacy: Changing Weather - Grade K - Guided Reading Level A
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See how the weather can change the look of an everyday street in this fun science reader. With clear text and engaging images, readers will see how the sun, clouds, rain, and other types of weather change the appearance of a neighborhood street. This science reader simplifies scientific concepts for young students as they improve their reading skills, featuring images that are easy to identify and clear, simple sentence structures. It includes a fun and easy science experiment and a Your Turn! activity for more in-depth learning opportunities. Nonfiction text features such as a glossary and an index are also included to engage students in learning with this dynamic text.
Discussion points
What kind of weather did we read about today? How does that weather make you feel?
Can you think of a time when the weather changed suddenly? What happened?
How do different kinds of weather help our planet? Can you name a benefit of rain or snow?
Why is it important for us to know about the weather? How does it help people plan their day?
What would you wear if you were going out in the weather we read about? Why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their feelings about different weather by relating it to personal experiences, such as a sunny day at the park or a rainy day indoors.
Use visuals like weather charts or pictures from the book to help your child connect the text to real-world examples.
Reinforce learning by discussing the weather each day and comparing it to the types of weather mentioned in the book.
Ask your child to draw or describe their ideal weather day and link it to activities that would be enjoyed on that kind of day.
Provide simple explanations about why weather changes, using age-appropriate language to enhance understanding.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Understanding Weather Patterns
Explanation: The book introduces basic concepts of weather changes, helping children understand natural phenomena like rain, snow, and sunshine.
Real-World Application: Children can observe daily weather changes and relate them to the concepts learned, fostering curiosity and awareness about the environment.
Example Lesson: Importance of Weather Preparedness
Explanation: Through engaging content, the book teaches children how different weather conditions affect our surroundings and daily activities.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to prepare appropriately for various weather conditions, such as dressing for cold or carrying an umbrella when rain is forecasted.
Example Lesson: Scientific Observation Skills
Explanation: The book encourages children to observe and ask questions about the weather, promoting critical thinking and exploration.
Real-World Application: This skill can be applied in a child's everyday life by observing weather patterns and participating in discussions at school or home about the weather.