Rain Gauge
Measure rainfall.
Weather Lab: Earth Science Experiments at Home
A six-week course for ages 8 to 12. Children build simple weather instruments, run experiments and keep a weather log.
Class Experience
Each class explains one part of weather and builds one tool or model: a rain gauge, a wind vane, a cloud in a jar. Children use their tools between classes and bring readings to compare. The final class looks at everyone's logs for patterns.
How classes work
The course meets once a week for 6 weeks, 45 minutes a class, with up to 5 learners. Each class builds on the last.
What we'll cover
Week 1: Rain Gauge – Measure rainfall.
Week 2: Wind Vane – Find wind direction.
Week 3: Cloud in a Jar – See condensation.
Week 4: Air Pressure – A simple barometer.
Week 5: The Water Cycle – A cycle in a bag.
Week 6: Reading Our Logs – Compare data and find patterns.
Learning Outcomes
Build and use simple weather instruments
Record daily observations in a log
Explain how clouds and rain form
Find patterns in their own data
Prerequisites
Ages 8-12. No experience needed. An adult nearby for experiments with warm water.
What You'll Need
- Supplies
- Plastic bottleJarStrawsCardRulerNotebook
- Device and internet
- Computer or tablet with camera and microphonestable internet connectiona table to work at
A materials list is sent before each session. Everything is a common kitchen or household item. An adult should be nearby during experiments.
Syllabus
6 LessonsA step-by-step plan of what your child learns, class by class. · 6 Weeks
Wind Vane
Find wind direction.
Cloud in a Jar
See condensation.
Air Pressure
A simple barometer.
The Water Cycle
A cycle in a bag.
Reading Our Logs
Compare data and find patterns.
Available Times
Next 7 days, US Eastern Time
- Mon, Nov 16 · 1:30 PM
- Mon, Nov 16 · 7:30 PM
- Tue, Nov 17 · 5:00 PM
- Wed, Nov 18 · 1:30 PM
- Thu, Nov 19 · 10:30 AM
Parents Often Ask
Recycled bottles, jars, straws and card.
A two-minute weather reading each day.
That is data too, and the class talks about why.
6 weeks, with one 45-minute class a week.
Up to 5, so the teacher can give each child feedback.
Meet your Instructor
An experienced elementary teacher with over two decades in classroom instruction and curriculum planning. This educator blends foundational skill development with engaging lessons across reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies. Instruction emphasizes concept clarity, scaffolded practice, and formative assessment to ensure steady progress. Classroom routines promote independence and confidence while supporting differentiated learning needs. Lesson plans are designed to align skills practice with meaningful, student-centred activities that prepare learners for higher grades and classroom success.
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