The labs and activities in Hands-On Science: Atmosphere and Weather open the door of discovery to your students as they explore the properties of, and the changes in, atmospheric conditions. These engaging, hands-on materials provide a fun and easy way to investigate questions all students ask-such as why the sky is blue. Students will also explore important environmental issues, including the greenhouse effect and global warming. Not only will these easy-to-use activities capture your students' imaginations, they will also develop and expand their skills in scientific inquiry, observation, and critical thinking.
Give your learners the excitement of exploration. Engage their minds as they observe, investigate, and examine the dynamic nature of the air around us and its resulting weather systems. Hands-On Science: Atmosphere and Weather offers low-cost, high-interest activities that increase concept understanding. With this invaluable resource, you get:
- Materials covering the essentials of the composition of the atmosphere, air pressure, moisture in the atmosphere, precipitation, violent storms, the seasons, and more.
- Safety-tested activities that develop critical-thinking, analytical, and science process skills.
- Activities that add relevance to your classes using common materials and inexpensive equipment.
- Rich, engaging projects, correlated to the National Science Education Standards and easily integrated into any earth science or meteorology course.
- Complete teacher support, including detailed teacher notes, materials lists, safety tips, scoring rubrics, and more.
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