Te Manawa : Museum Gallery Science Centre

Weather - Not available during 2010

Students participate in practical activities to investigate different aspects of weather and the water cycle. This includes looking at clouds and rain, wind, and air pressure, and how meteorologists measure factors that influence the weather we experience every day.

Teacher Resource: pdf Weather Teacher Resource... (0.11MB) 

Information for Teachers
Programme Objectives:
  • Examine major elements that together contribute to the weather we experience
  • Understand how wind and air pressure can be measured
  • Appreciate the considerable influence weather has on our daily lives
Numbers of Students:
Maximum 30
Class Level:
Year 2 - Year 10
Programme Duration:
1 1/2 Hours
Possible Focus Topics:

Climate change

Local weather

Related Programmes:
Water Quality