Weather and Flying
Weather observation builds science skills and connects to real-world aviation operations.
- Framework: IPC
- Unit: Air Travel
- Learning area: Science
- Level: Levels 1-3
Objectives
- Identify different weather conditions
- Understand how weather affects flight
- Observe and record daily weather
Materials
- Weather chart
- Pictures of weather conditions
- Weather dress-up clothes
Instructions
Observe and record weather daily, discussing how different conditions affect airplane travel.
Educator tip
Create a 'Weather and Flight Report' job for classroom helpers.
Assessment
Observe weather identification, understanding of weather-flight connections.