Storm Chasing Severe Weather Virtual Field Trip Digital Resource Activity Hunter

Description

Storm Chasing Virtual Field Trip

✈️ Learn about hurricanes, tornadoes, thunder and lightning storms, and ice storms from the eyes of storm hunters with this Storm Chasers and Severe Weather Hunters Virtual Field Trip. This digital resource activity will take your class on an exhilarating journey through the world of researchers who study natural hazards and disasters. Students learn more about extreme weather events as they meet different storm chasers. This Storm Chasing Severe Weather Virtual Field Trip contains custom videos, video links, images, reading passages, exercises, maps, and more, all ready to go with zero prep on your part.

Aligns to NGSS Standards:

This Storm Chasing Virtual Field Trip aligns with the following NGSS standards and can be used as an engaging activity in any 2nd—5th grade classroom.

✅ ESS2.D: Weather and Climate: Scientists record patterns of the weather across different times and areas so that they can make predictions about what kind of weather might happen next. (3-ESS2-1)

⚡ This Storm Chasers and Severe Weather Hunters Virtual Field Trip Digital Activity comes in the following interactive formats:

• BRAND NEW! MagiCore WebLink Digital Resource – MagiCore WebLink resources integrate browser-based technology with proven learning strategies to keep kids engaged and learning. This interactive format contains elements like voiceovers, animation, embedded videos, and self-correcting drag-and-drop activities that are impossible in Google and other commonly used formats. If you used a MagiCore Webscape, then you know how amazing these resources are. Once you try a MagiCore WebLink activity, you’ll never look at Google Slides the same way again. CLICK HERE to try it for yourself!

• Google Slides & Seesaw Formats – These interactive formats are perfect for any classroom with device access. Slides are interactive and can be used as a fun and engaging exercise within the classroom or remotely. Both formats can be set up to track user responses for teacher review.

⭐️This resource integrates a variety of skills. Students complete reading and writing assignments along with watching videos and completing activities like comparing and contrasting storm types. Incorporates key reading comprehension, writing, multimedia, science, and other skills.

❓ So, what are you waiting for? Embark on a thrilling journey to discover the awe-inspiring world of storm chasing with this Virtual Field Trip and make learning an unforgettable experience for your students!

*Please note: This Storm Chasing Virtual Field Trip includes links to YouTube videos, so ensure you and your students have access to YouTube before purchasing. Although great care has been taken to ensure all content is appropriate for the stated grade levels, each classroom is unique and it is recommended that teachers review all content prior to use. I recommend embedding the videos to avoid ads and other content that may be inappropriate. Instructions for embedding the videos are included and it should only take a few minutes. Also, keep in mind that any links to third-party content may be changed or removed by the content owner. All links are reviewed regularly; however, if you find a broken link, please let me know so I can update the resource accordingly.

Features:

✏️ Custom Videos — This Storm Chasers Virtual Field Trip features custom video content created by MagiCore Academy, providing age-appropriate learning and keeping students engaged.

✏️ Engaging Interactive Slides, Maps, and Virtual Video Read Alouds — Interactive slides, maps, and videos take students inside the action.

✏️ Reading Comprehension — Integrates key reading comprehension skills, multimedia, multiple sources, compare and contrast, and more.

✏️ Writing and Science — This virtual field trip helps students understand more about the world around them. Interactive slides and writing prompts allow students to explore their reactions and share their thoughts and ideas.

How to Use a Virtual Field Trip:

This Storm Chasers Virtual Field Trip is the perfect activity for:

⭐️ Fun Fridays

⭐️ Rewards

⭐️ End of Science Unit

⭐️ Whole Class

⭐️ Small Groups

⭐️ Enrichment

⭐️ Centers

There are so many ways to use these engaging and meaningful activities in your classroom. If you’re looking for more ways to explore learning with Virtual Field Trips you can LEARN MORE here.

What’s Included?

1. What is a Storm Chaser?
2. Storm Chaser Scrapbook
3. What are Tornadoes?
4. Tornadoes
5. Tornado Patterns
6. Reed Timmer
7. Thunderstorms
8. Thunder and Lightning
9. Thunderstorms are Good
10. Dr. Joshua Wurman
11. Hurricanes
12. Hurricane Patterns
13. Compare and Contrast
14. Parts of a Hurricane
15. Jeff Gammons
16. Ice Storms
17. Ice Storm Conditions
18. Brandon Clement
19. Journal Entry

*Answer Key Included

This resource is suitable for the following grade levels:

• 2nd & 3rd Grade: With teacher modeling, whole class, or small groups.
• 4th & 5th Grade: Independent for on-level students.

Time to Complete:

Copyright & Terms of Use

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