Severe Weather - Lesson for Kindergarten, Chapter - Earth's Systems

In the "Severe Weather" lesson from the Earth's Systems unit, kindergarteners will embark on an enlightening journey to understand the various forms of severe weather, including storms, hurricanes, tornadoes, and blizzards. Through engaging activities such as the Severe Weather Worksheet and Severe Weather Words Worksheet, students will not only learn to identify these weather phenomena but also acquire essential vocabulary related to severe weather conditions.

Understanding severe weather is crucial for young learners as it builds a foundation for their awareness of the natural world and emphasizes the importance of safety during extreme weather events. By familiarizing themselves with the characteristics and effects of severe weather, students can begin to appreciate the power of nature and the importance of being prepared for weather-related emergencies. This knowledge is vital in nurturing informed, cautious, and proactive individuals who can contribute to their own safety and the safety of others in their community. Engaging with these concepts from an early age fosters a lifelong respect for the environment and paves the way for responsible citizenship.

Estimated classroom time: 6 min
Chapter: Earth's Systems
Unit: Science
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Severe Weather Worksheet
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  • Activity 1 / Severe Weather Worksheet

    Unfortunately, some types of weather can cause a lot of problems! Learning about the weather can keep kids safe throughout their lives. Equip your child with this important science knowledge using this helpful severe weather worksheet!  Review the descriptions of tornadoes, blizzards, floods, and drought, and match them with the colorful pictures to help children grasp each concept. Check the boxes below the descriptions to match each image to its name to complete this important sheet!

  • Activity 2 / Severe Weather Words Worksheet

    There are different types of severe weather that your child needs to be aware of. An important step in this process is knowing the proper terms and being able to spell them! Use this PDF worksheet to continue reviewing severe weather with your kids. First review the types of weather depicted in each image and discuss those terms. Then watch as kids work to unscramble each severe weather term. Simply match the number of the picture to its term by clicking the box containing the correct answer.