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Severe Weather is Spring Challenge

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Students research severe weather history in their hometowns, interview local meteorologist to find out their suggestions for disaster preparedness, inquire as to local school district's emergency plan, and create poster or Public Service Announcement to inform community of ways to stay safe during flood or tornado season.

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storms, severe weather

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emergency plan, storms, weather, science
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Grade
6th - 8th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
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For Teacher Use
Duration
14 days
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Project-Based Learning
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