Open World 1, Unit 5: Weather Dynamics
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In this unit, students describe the weather in a postcard, learn about the wind scale, blizzards, preparing for a hurricane, and weather idioms. There may also be books from Young World 1, Unit 4 that are appropriate for this unit.
The Finest Hours (Young Readers Edition): The True Story of a Heroic Sea Rescue, by Michael Tougias
In one of the worst storms that ever hit the coast of Massachusetts (USA), two oil tankers split in half. This book is the young readers edition of the story one of the most dangerous rescues in US Coast Guard history. (Lexile 1140L) what is this? Strongly recommend the movie by the same name.
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DK Weather, by John Farndon
An incredibly comprehensive weather book which is fantastic both for older kids and even adults. (Lexile IG1110L) what is this?summary here. (Lexile level )
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Chasing the Storm: Tornadoes, Meteorology and Weather Watching, by Ron Miller
Most of us run inside when a storm is coming, but there are others who actually drive around following storms and try to get as close as possible. Read about what they do and why they risk their lives. (Lexile 1110L) what is this?summary here. (Lexile 1110L)
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It’s Raining Fish and Spiders, by Bill Evans
Senior meteorologist Bill Evans wrote this book to inspire kids to become meteorologists themselves. It tells his personal experiences with extreme weather conditions and explains how the weather occurs. summary here. (lexile level )
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Horrible Geography: Stormy Weather, by Anita Ganeri
Written in the style of Terry Deary of Horrible Histories fame, this book explains different types of weather with humor and fun facts.summary here. (Lexile level )
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Supplemental Activities
Certainly one of the most exciting parts of a storm is watching lightening crack across the sky. Visit Technorama, the science center in Wintertur, Zurich, and see how lightening is formed. Performances are at 11.30 and 14.30.