Lesson Plan

Tornado Twisters Lesson Plan

Students will understand the meteorological factors that cause tornadoes and describe how temperature, moisture, and air pressure interact to form these phenomena.

This lesson helps students develop scientific inquiry skills and fosters an appreciation for natural phenomena by exploring real-world weather events.

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Prep

Teacher Preparation

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Exploration Activity

15 minutes

Step 3

Conclusion and Recap

10 minutes

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Slide Deck

Tornado Twisters: Unraveling Nature's Fury

Welcome students and introduce the lesson. Emphasize that today's focus is on understanding the causes of tornadoes in a simple and engaging way.

What is a Tornado?

Initiate discussion with a question. Engage students by asking them what they already know about tornadoes. Use visuals here to illustrate a tornado image or basic diagram.

Causes of Tornadoes

Present the key meteorological concepts. Highlight the roles of temperature, moisture, and air pressure. Point to a diagram that shows how these elements interact to form a tornado.

Interactive Activity

Guide the students through an interactive matching activity. Ask them to match the key factors with their definitions or effects. Encourage discussion and participation.

Conclusion & Recap

Conclude the lesson by summarizing the main points. Ask students to share one new fact they learned. Encourage questions and ensure they feel confident about the topic.

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Activity

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Quiz

Tornado Twisters Quiz

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Tornado Twisters: Unraveling Nature's Fury

Jeff Darnell

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