Storm Safety

Science · Weather & Climate · ages 5-7

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Where is the safest place during a thunderstorm?
- Under a tall tree
- In a swimming pool
- Inside a house or car
What should you do first if you hear thunder?
- Keep playing outside
- Go inside right away
- Hide under a tree
Storms are a normal part of nature.
Circle one: True False
Mia is at the park. She hears thunder rumble. What should Mia do?
- Walk to the nearest building
- Wait until it rains
- Climb a tree to look
Why is standing near water risky during a storm?
- Water can make you cold
- Lightning can travel through water
- Water is too noisy
Going indoors is the safest choice during a lightning storm.
Circle one: True False
Which two actions together keep you safest during a thunderstorm?
- Go inside and stay away from trees
- Stay outside and hide under a tree
- Go swimming and wait for the storm
Ella heard thunder and ran to stand under a big tree to stay dry. Did she do the safe thing?
- Yes, trees keep you dry
- Yes, if the tree is small
- No, trees are not safe in storms

Answer key

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Inside a house or car · Buildings and cars help block lightning. Trees and water do not.
Go inside right away · Thunder means lightning is close. Going inside keeps you safe.
True · Storms happen naturally, like rain and wind. We just need safety rules.
Walk to the nearest building · Mia should get inside as soon as she hears thunder, not wait.
Lightning can travel through water · Lightning moves fast through water, so it is best to stay out of pools and lakes.
True · Being inside blocks lightning better than being outside in the open.
Go inside and stay away from trees · Going inside and staying away from trees both lower your risk.
No, trees are not safe in storms · Trees can be struck by lightning. The safe choice is to go inside, not under a tree.