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Label and describe the five layers of earth's atmosphere; understand the role of solar energy in heating the earth's atmosphere.

  • Science 6.8 g) the relationship of the Earth’s tilt and the seasons;
  • Science 6.3 The student will investigate and understand the role of solar energy in driving most natural processes within the atmosphere, the hydrosphere, and on the Earth’s surface.
  • Science 6.6 a) air as a mixture of gaseous elements and compounds;
  • Science 6.6 b) air pressure, temperature, and humidity;
  • Science 6.6 c) how the atmosphere changes with altitude;
  • Science 6.6 d) natural and human-caused changes to the atmosphere;
  • Science 6.6 e) the relationship of atmospheric measures and weather conditions;
  • Science 6.5 d) the ability of large bodies of water to store heat and moderate climate;

Identify cloud types, cloud formation and the weather conditions produced by each.

  • Science 6.3 d) cloud formation; and
  • Science 6.3 e) the role of heat energy in weather-related phenomena including thunderstorms and hurricanes.

Identify basic information from weather maps including symbols, fronts, systems, and basic measurements.

  • Science 6.6 f) basic information from weather maps including fronts, systems, and basic measurements;

Describe the formation of air masses; explain cold and warm air masses and what happens when they meet.

  • Science 6.3 c) the motion of the atmosphere and the oceans;
  • Science 6.3 e) the role of heat energy in weather-related phenomena including thunderstorms and hurricanes.

Compare and contrast weather conditions associated with tornadoes, thunderstorms, blizzards and hurricanes.

  • Science 6.3 e) the role of heat energy in weather-related phenomena including thunderstorms and hurricanes.

Describe and explain humidity and understand how it is measured.

  • Science 6.6 b) air pressure, temperature, and humidity;

Explain how meteorologists predict the weather based on certain weather conditions.

  • Science ES.13 a) observation and collection of weather data;
  • Science ES.13 b) prediction of weather patterns;
  • Science ES.13 c) severe weather occurrences, such as tornadoes, hurricanes, and major storms;
  • Science ES.13 d) weather phenomena and the factors that affect climate including radiation and convection.

Collect, analyze, display, and interpret data in a variety of graphical methods.

  • Science 6.1 c) precise and approximate measurements are recorded;
  • Science 6.1 h) data are collected, recorded, analyzed, and reported using appropriate metric measurements;
  • Science 6.1 i) data are organized and communicated through graphical representation (graphs, charts, and diagrams);
  • Math 6.18 a) line, bar, and circle graphs.

Prepare written and oral summary of data collected.

  • English 6.5 a) Identify questions to be answered;
  • English 6.5 b) Make, confirm, or revise predictions;
  • English 6.5 d) Draw conclusions and make inferences based on explicit and implied information.
  • English 6.5 e) Organize the main idea and details to form a summary;
  • English 6.5 g) Select informational sources appropriate for a given purpose;
  • English 6.6 a) Use a variety of planning strategies to generate and organize ideas.

Use the Internet as a resource for information.

  • C/T 6-8.5 The student will demonstrate knowledge of technologies that support collaboration, personal pursuits, and productivity.
    • Work collaboratively and/or independently when using technology;
    • Explore the potential of the internet as a means of personal learning and the respectful exchange of ideas and products.
  • C/T 6-8.6 The student will use technology to locate, evaluate, and collect information from a variety of sources.
    • Use databases and spreadsheets to evaluate information;
    • Use Internet and other electronic resources to locate information in real time.
  • C/T 6-8.8 The student will use technology resources for solving problems and making informed decisions.
    • Employ technology in the development of strategies for solving problems;
    • Use a variety of technologies to identify and provide possible solutions to real-world problems;
    • Use content-specific tools, software, and simulations such as environmental probes, graphic calculators, exploratory environments, and web tools;
    • Participate in collaborative problem-solving activities;
    • Select and use appropriate tools and technology resources to accomplish a variety of tasks.

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