Grades 6-8
Recent Articles #1

AccuWeather Ready: 3 Tips to Keep Your Pet Calm During a Thunderstorm
Even though thunderstorms are a regular weather occurrence, some pets just can’t handle them.
Recent Articles #2

James Spann’s Weather School: Tornadoes
Catch ABC 33/40’s Chief Meteorologist James Spann right here with a live Weather Classroom for children in grades K-5 (and older if you love weather).

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Dr. Ted Fujita: Two Twists of Fate
James Aydelott brings us a video on early tornado forecasting focusing on Dr. Ted Fujita.

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Lisa Spencer Brings You Weather School for Kids: Wind
In this edition of Weather School for kids, 4WARN Meteorologist Lisa Spencer shows you what creates the wind, why it affects the way you feel, and how to measure it.

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Capital Weather Gang – Weather Gang: The Clouds of Springtime
Springtime marks the clash of seasons as summer quickly approaches. That can make it the most exciting time to watch the skies.

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Weather Models presented by WCNC Weather School
Join WCNC’s team of meteorologists for free, easy to learn, fun to watch lessons about atmospheric science, and STEM topics.

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Weather Experiments: How to Make a Rain Gauge by Hannah Strong
This weather experiment activity shows you how to make your own rain gauge at home by using some simple household supplies!

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Weather Experiments: How to Make a Thermometer by Hannah Strong
This weather experiment activity shows you how to make your own thermometer at home by using some simple household supplies!

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Weather Experiments: How to Make a Barometer by Hannah Strong
This will be a crafty weather experiment, but it’s one that you will be able to use again and again. A barometer is an instrument we use to measure air pressure.

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What Is Meteorology, The Types of Precipitation, & Why Are Thunderstorms So Dangerous?
In this video, we discuss what Meteorology is, what are the different precipitation types, and why Thunderstorms are so dangerous. Thanks to WKYC-TV’s meteorologist Jason Frazer.

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The 1888 Miami Beach Hurricane Mystery by Bryan Norcross
Bryan Norcross presents a video about a strong hurricane that may or may have not made landfall at Miami, Florida in 1888.

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Hurricane Science with NBC 15’s Chief Meteorologist Alan Sealls
NBC 15’s Chief Meteorologist Alan Sealls explains what value hurricane season forecasts have and much more.

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Tour of NBC 15’s Weather Office by Chief Meteorologist Alan Sealls
NBC 15’s Chief Meteorologist Alan Sealls shares information on his career as a broadcast meteorologist and how that relates to STEM.

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Behind the Scenes Tour with NBC 15’s Chief Meteorologist Alan Sealls
Take a behind the scenes weather tour of the NBC 15 studio with Chief Meteorologist Alan Sealls.

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Fog presented by WCNC Weather School
Join WCNC’s team of meteorologists for free, easy to learn, fun to watch lessons about atmospheric science, and STEM topics.
ABC News Chief Meteorologist Ginger Zee – Getting Into Meteorology views: 231
Take a trip through Ginger’s past to see how she became a meteorologist and learn how you can become one too.
Climate Central Presents “Climate Change: The Basics” views: 208
This outstanding video is produced by Climate Central’s meteorologist Sean Sublette.
The Final #Datapalooza Twitter Chat Will Be Held on Thursday, Oct. 1st at 12 pm views: 206
This year, @NOAASatellites will be holding its third annual #Datapalooza — a series of Twitter chats that aim to celebrate NOAA data while also making it more accessible.
What is WeatherReady Fest? views: 404
Learn how to be better prepared for a disaster with the Virtual WeatherReady Fest! Billion-dollar weather disasters are a regular occurrence today. The devastating impacts of extreme events like tornado outbreaks, widespread floods, destructive hurricanes, crippling droughts, deadly wildfires, and earthquakes can be reduced by teaching people useful preparedness and resilience techniques.