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title: "Weather Forecasting & Safety"
description: "Ask questions to obtain information about the purpose of weather forecasting and how people prepare for and respond to severe weather"
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# Weather Forecasting & Safety

Ask questions to obtain information about the purpose of weather forecasting and how people prepare for and respond to severe weather

Subject: Science · Area: Weather & Climate · Ages 5 to 6
Page: https://lightmysky.com/learn/science/weather-forecasting-and-safety-mt_URezjbU-6f

## Ready when they can

- Explain that weather forecasts help people plan and stay safe
- Describe how people prepare for at least two types of severe weather (storm, flood, heat wave, blizzard)
- Ask relevant questions about weather hazards and find answers from appropriate sources

## Lesson: Getting Ready for Big Weather

A weather forecast tells us what the sky may do. It can say if rain, snow, or big heat is coming. Forecasts help us plan and stay safe.

*(drawing: First we watch, then we listen, then get ready.)*

**Example.** A big storm is coming soon. Mia's family packs water, a flashlight, and batteries. They stay inside until the storm passes.

**Example.** Some days get very hot outside. Leo's family drinks lots of water. They stay in the shade to cool down.

**Tip.** If you are not sure about a warning, ask a grown-up. Look for safe answers together.

**Recap.** Forecasts help us get ready so we stay safe.

## Practice

8 questions on this page, each with its working shown.

## Needs first

- [Seasonal changes](https://lightmysky.com/learn/science/seasonal-changes-mt_go5i87u2b9)

## Opens up

- [Weather Forecasting](https://lightmysky.com/learn/science/weather-forecasting-mt_AghN5YcCHX)
- [Designing for Weather Hazards](https://lightmysky.com/learn/science/designing-for-weather-hazards-mt_JmMtZCifJB)