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Weather And Water Family Newsletter Template

A Family Newsletter

Greetings, Family!

Weather is all around us, and it changes from day to day — even hour to

hour. In our next unit, “Weather and Water,” our science class will study

the causes of weather and how weather is measured, recorded, and

predicted. We will learn to use weather instruments and record local

weather data on a weather chart. We will learn how to read a weather

map to forecast weather. And along the way, we will consider ways to

conserve and protect Earth’s dwindling supply of fresh, drinkable water.

You can make science come alive for your child in and around your

home. Each morning, watch or read the weather report. Later, discuss how

accurate the day’s forecast was. Together, look for dew drops on spider

webs or frost on windowpanes. Take notice of the size, shape, and color

of the clouds that pass overhead each day. Observe how wind affects

outdoor objects, and share any experiences you’ve had with severe storms.

For the hands-on activities in this module, we are collecting the

items listed below. Can you donate any of these items? If so, we need

to receive your donated materials by

2-liter plastic bottles

different types of

magazines (to be cut up)

weather maps

In addition, each pair of students will need a ceramic coffee

mug and a clear plastic container or bowl. The mug must ﬁt in

and be at least 5 cm (about 2 in.) shorter than the container. These mate-

rials will be needed before

. They will be brought back

home the day of the activity.

Finally, do you or other family members have any special experience

with this topic? Would you be able to help with activities? If so, please

ﬁll out the form and have your student return it to class.

Thank you very much for your help!

Family Newsletter

Weather and Water

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EXPERIENCE SCIENCE

Weather And Water Family Newsletter Template