Lesson Planning
Cloud watching
Topics Reception/Year 1
This unit is part of
Weather Experts - NEW LOOK Meteorologists - NEW LOOK
Objectives
Geography
- To observe clouds and perform simple tests to help understand their make-up.
- To learn about the different types of clouds.
Enquiry question
What do the clouds in the sky today tell us about the weather?
Outcomes
Children will:
- Use our observations to answer simple questions about clouds.
- Perform simple tests to understand what clouds are made from.
Provided Resources
You Will Also Need
Mirrors
Wet wipes/anti bac wipes
Cotton wool
Paint
Glue
Weblinks
How do clouds form? Short video from the Met Office
How to name clouds – short video from the Met Office
Background information about how clouds form
Met Office information about cloud types.