Exploring Weather Patterns with Technology, K-2

This lesson is designed for K-2 students to explore and understand weather patterns using technology. Over the course of 45 minutes, students will use tablets or computers to gather real-time weather data, record their observations, and create a bar graph to visualize weather trends over a week. The lesson integrates Technology, Earth/Space Science, and Math, aligned with Arizona State Standards, and includes hands-on activities such as navigating weather websites, categorizing weather types, and graphing data. The lesson begins with a read-aloud of "The Story Orchestra: Four Seasons in One Day," where students will hear Vivaldi's music corresponding to different seasons, setting the stage for discussions about weather and seasonal changes. The assessment includes observations of students' technology use, accuracy in data recording, participation in graph creation, and engagement in discussions. Remediation and extension activities are also provided to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring all students can fully engage with and benefit from the lesson.