Science With the Hoffman Planetarium
Unit 1: Weather or Not!
Weather is defined as the state of the atmosphere at a given time and place, with respect to variables such as temperature, moisture, wind speed, etc.
Weather Activity Guide
Directions: Use the activity guides to introduce weather.
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All About the Weather
Directions: Introduce the concept of changing weather.
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Forecasting the Weather
Directions: Observe the pictures on the graph and then use the forecast to answer the questions (answer key included).
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Graphing the Weather Activity
Directions: As a class, graph the weather for ten days, then answer the questions.
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Cloud Sorter
Use this activity to sort different clouds at a variety of altitudes.
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The Cloud Lab
In this lab, learn how scientists use sophisticated instruments and data to study the development of Earth’s most powerful storms and better predict their impacts.
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Tornado Simulator
In this virtual lab, you will see the destructive force of tornadoes.
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Weather Lab
Weather Lab is a tool to help visualize how North America’s weather is formed. Each prediction you make is for possible outcomes during Spring.
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You be the Meteorologist
This tool is intended to provide participants with an appreciation of the meteorology of severe weather events and the decision-making process that goes into National Weather Service (NWS) warnings.
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Hurricane Simulator
Utilize this virtual lab to see the effect surface temperature has on a hurricane.
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You Make the Decision:
This simulator provides experience making critical decisions in the event of a potential hurricane affecting NOLA.
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Weather Virtual Labs
(K-5) Explore fun games and learn more about the weather with Jeff the Yeti.
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Weather Virtual Labs
(6-12) Learn all about the weather with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and these great virtual labs/games.
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