Student Video: I See Hail! (Icy Hail)
Weather is often beautiful, but occasionally destructive. “I See Hail!” (or do you prefer the title, “Icy Hail”?) invites viewers to experience a hailstorm with awe and wonder. Watch video with students and follow up with our free classroom resources: weather-related activities, reading list and drawing page.
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CATEGORY:science |
GRADE LEVEL:primary |
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ACTIVITIES:
Hail Report Cards
After a hailstorm, provide students with “Hail Report” cards and take them outdoors to collect and measure hail. Your junior scientists can submit their data online to the National Weather Service. https://rb.gy/q4aa5o
Let’s Compare!
Use this handy chart to determine the range of hail size and level of rarity. https://rb.gy/9baavs
Math Measures!
Hail comes in all sizes! Allow older students to use calipers or rulers to measure the stones. Use a kitchen scale to measure their weight. Use the data to create a chart and determine the average size and weight of the hail. https://rb.gy/bn3j8m
Make-It-Yourself Hailstone
Help students get a better understanding of hail, an unusual form of precipitation. This hands-on activity mimics what happens when hail is formed during a thunderstorm. Students who participate in this ice-crystal-making experiment are invited to share their results using the hashtag #SMOatHome. https://rb.gy/t0eyqm
Students' Choice
This site offers a terrific unit study on hail. http://Hail: A Unit Study | DIY Homeschooler Based on the information presented in the article, ask students to choose one of the following activities:
- Provide a narration (written or oral) explaining everything you know about hail.
- Provide a compare and contrast chart showing the difference between hail and snow.
- Point out the type of cloud that is likely to produce hail.
CRAFT:
Make Your Own Frozen Bubbles!
Frozen Bubbles are so fun to make! When winter weather hits, grab these simple supplies to make a frozen bubble solution. Each bubble is a unique work of art! Instructions at https://www.smartschoolhouse.com/diy-crafts/frozen-bubbles
