Weather in spring
I can describe weather in spring.
Weather in spring
I can describe weather in spring.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- The weather is often different in each season.
- Common weather can be described as cold, cloudy, windy, rainy or sunny.
- The weather in spring can be mixed, with periods of wind, rain and sunshine.
- Rain can be collected and measured using a rain gauge.
Common misconception
Pupils may associate different seasons with activities, rather than physical characteristics like the weather.
Explanation of different weathers that pupils may experience in different seasons.
Keywords
Season - Seasons are periods of similar weather. In the UK there are four seasons (spring, summer, autumn and winter).
Spring - Spring is the season that comes after winter and before summer.
Weather - Weather is what the conditions are like in a particular place at a particular time. For example, rain, wind or sun.
Rain gauge - A rain gauge is a device for measuring how much rain has fallen.
Measure - To measure is to find out the size of something or how much of something there is.
Equipment
Scissors, lolly sticks, pens, pencils, plastic bottles.
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - equipment
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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