Whirling, Swirling Wind

Melissa·

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My 1st grade students will need to continue learning about wind. Both their ELA and Science units reference powerful forces including air. Today students learned that wind is air that moves. They also compared gentle and strong winds. They will start the lesson watching a strong wind pushing poeple backwards. They will be working with verbs that describe the wind movement.

This learning resource focuses on understanding wind, its movement, and the actions associated with it using descriptive action verbs. Students are guided to observe the effects of wind on objects and people, and they engage in activities that involve using vocabulary to describe these actions. It includes exercises for identifying how wind impacts the environment, encouraging students to observe, write, and match verbs with corresponding scenarios. There are sections on gentle versus strong winds, where students can practice distinguishing between the two through descriptive sentences and multiple-choice questions. This resource effectively combines observation, vocabulary building, and practical application related to the natural phenomenon of wind.

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Tip 1: Engage with Visuals

Tip 2: Hands-On Observation

Tip 3: Personal Connection

Tip 4: Vocabulary Reinforcement

Tip 5: Utilize Pair Work

Tip 6: Scenarios for Understanding

Tip 7: Explore Comparisons

Tip 8: Incorporate Movement

Tip 9: Reflection and Feedback

Tip 10: Extend Learning