This classroom activity introduces the yearlong topic of phenology and how to use the Weatherguide calendar.

Part of the Climate Science in a Nutshell Series, this video explains the difference between climate and weather. It also provides an introductory look at Rapid Climate Change. [2:31]

This original story about plants' dependence on the climate illustrates the theme of the issue of the online, free magazine Beyond Weather and the Water Cycle -- We Depend on Earth's Climate. The story is available at two reading levels, K-2 and 3-5. Four biomes are featured in a walk through a conservatory.

This article from Beyond Weather and the Water Cycle provides ideas on how school librarians can work with elementary teachers to teach about the Sun's impact on weather and climate. The author introduces the Standards for the 21st Century Learner, developed by the American Association of School Librarians. The author focuses on Standard 1, which calls for students to inquire, think critically, and gain knowledge through developing and refining questions, investigating answers, seeking divergent perspectives in information, and assessing whether the information found answers the questions posed. The free, online magazine draws its themes from the Seven Essential Principles of Climate Literacy, with each issue focusing on one of the seven principles.

How does energy flow in and out of our atmosphere? Explore how solar and infrared radiation enters and exits the atmosphere with an interactive model. Control the amounts of carbon dioxide and clouds present in the model and learn how these factors can influence global temperature. Record results using snapshots of the model in the virtual lab notebook where you can annotate your observations.

What factors affect an area’s climate? Students will be able to explain how geography impacts climate patterns and use data to show how those patterns have changed over time.

Measure relative humidity in the air using a simple device made of a temperature sensor, a plastic bottle, and some clay. Electronically plot the data you collect on graphs to analyze and learn from it. Experiment with different materials and different room temperatures in order to explore what affects humidity.

This video segment from Nature takes viewers to a road race in Death Valley.

This animation adapted from NASA shows the orbital paths of spacecraft in NASA's Earth Observing Fleet that are a source of wide-scale, primary research about Earth.

Join us as atmospheric and climate scientists will be talking about atmospheric rivers. We'll be engaging attendees in community science and sharing how you can collect data from the comfort of your home. Finally, something new to tell your friends "what's up!

In this video segment adapted from the College of Menominee Nation, tribal members share examples of how seasons are changing, and how these changes are affecting local plants.

Learn more about the four seasons and the weather that goes along with them. For ages 3-5.

An original informational story about Sun's role in heating Earth's air, land, and water and Sun's connection to the seasons and weather. The story encourages young readers to observe Sun's impact on weather and the seasons and to make predictions about the weather. The story is available in separate versions for grades K-2 and 3-5 and as a downloadable, full-color pdf. The story is a feature of the free online magazine that focuses on the seven principles of climate literacy.

This video segment adapted from NOVA/FRONTLINE looks at American energy consumption and the resulting production of greenhouse gases.

In this video from DragonflyTV, follow the investigation of Isaac and Anjali as they record, measure, and analyze data about how the Sun's position in the sky affects a solar-powered car's speed.

In this video segment adapted from ZOOM, cast members assemble a solar still and make fresh water from saltwater, demonstrating two steps of the water cycle, evaporation and condensation.

Various listening examples of native speakers in different dialects giving the date in various contexts. More difficult passages that those of the "days of the week" link. Provides a transcript as well so you can read along. Great way to bring native speakers into the classroom and increase vocabulary!

Various listening examples of native speakers in different dialects saying the days of the week. Examples get progressively more in depth and contextualized. Provides a transcript as well so you can read along. Great way to bring native speakers into the classroom and increase vocabulary!

Video clips of native Spanish speakers provide examples for students who are taking Spanish. The videos feature Spanish speakers who are describing the climate in different geographical regions.. Provides a transcript as well so you can read along. Great way to bring native speakers into the classroom and increase vocabulary!