Measuring Weather
Using simple tools to measure and record basic weather conditions like temperature and rainfall.
Key Questions
- Explain how a thermometer helps us measure temperature.
- Compare the rainfall in different seasons using simple measurements.
- Design a simple weather chart to record daily observations.
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
Suggested Methodologies
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