Weather And Climate Lesson 1 :
INTRODUCTION TO CLIMATE
Climate is the average weather conditions in a region over a long period,
typically 30 years or more. Unlike weather, which can change from day
to day, climate describes the typical weather patterns we can expect in
a specific area. Think about where you live. Do you have cold winters
with snow, or hot summers with lots of sunshine? These patterns help
define the climate of your region. For example, tropical climates are
hot and humid all year round, while desert climates are dry and receive
very little rain. Climate influences many aspects of our lives, from the
types of clothes we wear to the food we grow. It also affects animals
and plants, determining where they can live and thrive. Understanding
climate helps us prepare for the future and take care of our planet.
• Climate is the average __________, conditions in a region over
a long period.
• Unlike __________, which can change from day to day, climate
describes the typical weather patterns over many years.
• Climate is usually measured over a period of _________
years or more.
• Tropical climates are __________ and __________ all year
round.
• Desert climates are __________ and receive very little
__________.
• Climate influences many aspects of our lives, such as the
types of __________ we wear and the __________ we grow.
• The __________ and __________ in a region are determined by
its climate.
• Understanding climate helps us __________ for the future
and take care of our __________.
• Learning about different climates around the world shows
us how __________ and __________ our Earth is.]
How does climate affect the environment and the way we live, and why
is it important to understand different climate patterns around the
world?
Introduction to climate
CLASSWORK QUESTIONS
What is climate?
How is climate different from weather?
Over how many years is climate typically measured?
Describe the characteristics of a tropical climate.
What are the main features of a desert climate?
How does climate influence the types of clothes we wear?
Why is climate important for determining what food we grow?
How do animals and plants relate to the climate in a region?
Why is it important to understand climate?
What can we learn by studying different climates around the world?
Weather And Climate Lesson 2 :
TYPES OF CLIMATE
• Tropical Climates: Tropical places near the __________ of the
Earth are usually __________ and humid all year, with __________ of
rain that helps forests grow.
• Desert Climates: Deserts are very __________ places with
__________ rain and big differences between __________ days and
cool nights. Plants and animals there have special ways to save
water.
• Temperate Climates: Temperate places have __________
temperatures and __________ seasons. They get a good amount of
rain throughout the year.
• Polar Climates: Polar regions are very __________ and covered
with __________ most of the time. It hardly ever __________ or
__________ there, and plants have to be __________ to survive.
• Mediterranean Climates: Mediterranean places have __________,
dry summers and mild, __________ winters. They grow lots of
different __________ that like this type of weather.
• Mountain Climates: Mountains have different weather as you go
__________ up. It can change __________, and plants and animals are
__________ to living in these different climates.
• Monsoon Climates: Monsoon areas have seasons with lots of
__________ in summer and __________ weather in winter because of
__________ winds that bring the rain.
• Coastal Climates: Places near the __________ have __________
temperatures and more __________ (moisture in the air) than
inland areas. The weather is more __________ and supports many
different living things.
OUR CLIMATE IN NEW YORK
• Our climate is a __________ climate. This is why we have __________.
• We get a __________ amount of rain.
• Summers are __________ and humid, and winters are __________.
• Winters bring __________ snowfall, with an average of about 25-30
inches annually in NYC, and more in __________ regions.
Types Of Climate around the world
CLASSWORK QUESTIONS
What type of climate does New York Have? What does it mean?
Define tropical climate. Give a specific example.
Define polar climate. Give a specific example.
Define desert climate. Give a specific example.
In a mediterranean climate, describe the summers and winters.
Where are Costal climates located?
Describe rain during the monsoon climate.
As you go higher up a mountain, what can happen to the climate?
At the top of a mountain, what precipitation is there? Why?
How many types of climate are there?
Weather And Climate Lesson 3 :
NATURAL PHENENOMON
Monsoons are seasonal winds that bring heavy rains to parts of Asia,
like India, changing direction with the seasons and causing floods.
Tsunamis, massive waves caused by underwater earthquakes or
volcanic eruptions, travel fast across oceans, causing widespread
coastal damage. Hurricanes and typhoons, powerful storms forming
over warm oceans, bring strong winds and heavy rain, impacting coastal
and inland areas alike. Understanding these events helps communities
prepare and stay safe during natural disasters.
• Monsoons are seasonal winds that bring ______ rains to
India. They move directions in seasons, bringing much-
needed ______ for farming but also causing ______
• A tsunami is a ______ wave caused by underwater ______
or ______ eruptions. It travels across ______ very fast
and can cause ______ damage when it reaches ______.
• Hurricanes are ______ storms that form over warm
______ waters. They have strong ______ and heavy ______ ,
causing damage to ______ areas and sometimes farther
inland
• Typhoons are similar to ______ but occur in the ______
Pacific Ocean. They affect countries like ______ and the
Philippines with ______ winds and ______ rains.
• A drought is a ______ period of unusually low rainfall. It
can lead to ______ conditions, affecting farming.
• A tornado is a rapidly ______ column of air that reaches
from a ______ cloud to the ground. It can cause ______
damage along its path, with strong winds and flying debris.
• A heatwave is a prolonged period of excessively ______
• A blizzard is a severe ____________ with ______ winds and
low visibility. It can result in _________ snow accumulation
and dangerous travel conditions.
Natural Phenomenon in Climate
GRAPHIC ORGANIZER FOR QUIZ
Word What happens Question I have
MONSOON
TSUNAMI
HURRICANE
TYPHOON
DROGUT
TORNADO
HEATWAVE
BLIZZARD
Weather And Climate Lesson 4 :
THE SUN AND CLIMATE
The sun is very important for Earth's weather. It gives us heat
and light. The sun's rays warm the Earth differently in different
places because of how the Earth is shaped and tilted. Near the
middle of the Earth, where it's hotter, we have tropical climates
with warm weather. Farther away, it's cooler, so we have seasons
like spring, summer, fall, and winter. The sun also makes winds and
ocean currents move, which affect our weather and where
different climates are. Scientists study how the sun changes to
understand how our weather and seasons might change.
• The sun gives us __________ and __________
• Solar radiation warms the Earth unevenly due to its
__________ shape and __________ on its axis.
• Near the equator, where sunlight strikes more directly,
temperatures are generally __________ creating
__________ climates.
• At higher latitudes, where sunlight strikes at a lower angle,
temperatures are __________ leading to distinct
__________ The sun's energy drives __________ and
__________ currents, influencing weather patterns and
__________ zones.
• Changes in solar activity, like __________ and
__________ can impact Earth's climate over
__________ periods.
• Studying the sun helps scientists predict __________
changes and understand their effects on __________
• and __________
The sun and climate
CLASSWORK QUESTIONS
What does the sun give us that is essential for life on Earth?
How does solar radiation warm the Earth's surface?
What is solar radiation?
Why are temperatures warmer near the equator compared to the
poles?
Describe the climate differences between tropical regions and higher
latitudes.
How does the angle of sunlight affect the seasons on Earth?
Explain why some places have distinct seasons while others have
more constant weather.
How does the sun's energy influence atmospheric circulation and
ocean currents?
What are sunspots and solar flares, and how do they affect Earth's
climate over time?
Why is studying solar activity important for understanding long-term
climate changes?
CLIMATE PART 1 REVIEW
GENERAL CLIMATE INFORMATION :
• What are the main factors that determine a regions climate?
• Name and briefly describe the five major climate types.
GENERAL CLIMATE INFORMATION :
• Where are tropical climates typically found?
• Describe the typical weather conditions in a desert climate.
• What are the characteristics of vegetation in tropical regions?
• How do plants and animals adapt in desert environments?
• What are the defining features of temperate climates?
• Compare and contrast the seasons in a temperate climate.
• Where are polar climates located, and describe it.
• How do plants and animals survive in polar regions?
• How do oceans influence costal climates?
• What happens when you get higher in a mountain?
• Explain what are tsunamis, hurricanes and typhoons.
• Define and distinguish between tsunamis and earthquakes.
• How do tamis and monsoons impact regions differently?
• Describe the role of the sun in shaping Earth's climate.
Name : ___________________________
CLIMATE PART 1 QUIZ
What are some examples of different types of weather in places like the tropics,
deserts, temperate regions, polar areas, and Mediterranean climates?
What makes tropical places hot and humid most of the time?
How do plants and animals in deserts adapt to the hot and dry weather?
How are temperate places different from tropical and desert areas in terms of
how hot or cold and how rainy or dry they are?
Where are polar places, and why is it hard for plants and animals to live there?
How do people affect the weather and climate around them? Can you think of
any examples?
How do oceans and mountains affect the weather near them?
What are hurricanes and typhoons, and how are they alike and different? What
makes them start and get stronger?
What are tsunamis and earthquakes, and what happens when they happen near
the ocean?
How does the sun change the weather and seasons on Earth?
What does it do to make the weather hot or cold?
Why do we have different times of year like spring, summer, fall, and winter?
What makes it change?
What are climate zones, and how do we know where they are and what they're
like?
What's the difference between weather and climate? Can you give some examples
of both?
How do animals and plants live in places like the tropics, deserts, and polar areas?
Can you name a few?
How do weather people guess what the weather will be like? What do they use to
help them?
How can people and places help stop the bad things that can happen because of
climate change?
What might happen to living things, farms, and people's health if the weather
keeps changing like it has been?
Why is it important to keep the Earth safe from things that hurt it? How can we
do that?
What can people do to get ready for big storms and dry times, like hurricanes,
tsunamis, and times with no rain?
What do experts think will be hard about the weather in the world in the next few
years?
BONUS QUESTION (3 POINTS EACH)
How do plants and animals in different climates, like hot deserts or cold polar
regions, change to live there?
What are some things people can do to keep the air, water, and land safe from
things that could hurt them?
Why do you think it's important for countries to work together to solve problems
like bad weather and changes in climate?
