Learning About Inquiry

Back trough the month during inquiry my group learned so much about Hurricanes.We learned that hurricanes are giant spiraling tropical storms that pack wind speeds over 160 miles an hour and unleash more than 2.4 trillion gallons.Hurricanes are the 2nd most destructive storms in the world! We learned that the safest place to go during is indoors.The coolest thing about this project is that I'm kind of an expert of hurricanes. I can sit next to someone and talk a hole in there ear about hurricanes.The funnest part about this project is being on Youtube talking to people about hurricanes and help them know what to do so they would be like I'm not scared all you have to do is stay indoors  away from windows and do not go outside.

Hurricanes can make people loose they're hope and make people become homeless some people are from a category 1 hurricane that's just horrible!I've learned that hurricanes make peoples house over flood and water would go higher than usual.It's pretty weird because people do not know it's coming unless they watch the news or something. The last thing I learned about hurricanes is that hurricane Irene would cost $15,000 to repair from a category 1 hurricane.  642 people died during Hurricane Andrew.

By: Nina D.

Unit 1: Culminating Task

[We've reviewed this in class and sharing it with our supporters was homework on Monday night, however, here's a bit more information!]




As we experienced earlier this school year natural disasters occur anywhere at any time.  You’ve been hired by a major news agency and are expected to report about the unfolding events.  You will work collaboratively with colleagues to research major earthquakes, hurricanes and volcanoes that have impacted the world since 1990.  As a breaking news reporter for CNN or the Weather Channel you will be expected to create a 10 – 15 minute presentation that includes a visual representation and presentation.   

You must include:

•          Map with specific location 
•          Date of disaster
•          Comparison to 2 other similar events – 1 domestic and 1 international 
•          3 – 5 suggestions for others who may be impacted by a similar type of natural disaster 
•          An examination of historical trends of your natural disaster and the likelihood of a similar event to happen in the same place.
•          Within your group 1 student must take the role of (whichever is applicable)

o   a geologist  and research the causes and effects of earthquakes and volcanoes

o    a meteorologist will research the causes and effects of hurricanes.

Earthquakes, Hurricanes and Volcanoes

As you check out the different resources bring in evidence of your thoughts and exploration!  You'll have an opportunity to share during Inquiry or Morning Meeting!  Feel free to also leave us comments below or email Ms. Dahl at jdahl@friendshipschools.org!


Remember: to go to the link CLICK on the link 1 time!  The link is the ORANGE part! (Usually on the left side!)
Remember to browse safely with an adult! And, just like Metro says, "If you see something [that makes you feel uncomfortable or unsure of something] say something!"

Earthquakes

United States Geological Survey - Resources for Kids  - puzzles, games, activities all about Earthquakes

USGS Photo Collection of Earthquakes - Photos of earthquakes from long ago and recent times

The Science of Earthquakes for Kids - What is happening? Why is it happening?

Weather Wiz Kids - Earthquakes  - Why does the ground do that? Great animations!

Hurricanes

NASA: How to hurricanes form?   - How do hurricanes form?


National Weather Service: Hurricanes for Kids - What is happening in a hurricane?


National Geographic  - Hurricane pictures for children


Volcanoes

Discovery Kids! Volcano Explorer - Exploration activities

Volcanoes and Land Formation  - Geology:  The Study of our Earth for Kids


Volcano World 4 Kids - Oregon State Volcano World


Preparing for Natural Disasters


FEMA Website for Kids  Preparedness is Key!

National Geographic: Natural Disasters & Weather - Resources for Kids about Natural Disasters

Written by:  Ms. Dahl