Exploring Air and Weather Concepts

This screencast is part of the Foss air and weather unit, focusing on Investigation One: Exploring Air. The investigation is divided into six parts, designed to be completed over several weeks. It includes inquiry questions, learning objectives, and various activities to help students understand air as matter, its interaction with objects, and its properties. The screencast provides guidance on materials, preparation, and conducting the investigation, with resources available on the Foss website. Students will engage in hands-on activities, such as using syringes to explore air pressure and constructing parachutes, to learn about air's properties and effects.

What is the main focus of the Foss Air and Weather unit introduction?

• Learning about water cycles

• Conducting outdoor activities

• Setting up teaching structures

• Exploring air pressure

What is the inquiry question for Part One: Air is There?

• What are the properties of water?

• How does air affect temperature?

• What is the composition of air?

• How does air interact with objects?

What is included in the materials list for Part One?

• Only items provided in the kit

• Materials needed for assessment

• Only digital resources

• Materials for outdoor activities

What is the purpose of the word bank anchor chart?

• To list all scientific terms

• To capture student vocabulary

• To display student grades

• To organize classroom materials

What concept is explored in Part Two: Air Underwater?

• Air resistance

• Air takes up space

• Air temperature

• Air pressure

What is the main activity in Part Three: Parachutes?

• Constructing parachutes

• Measuring air pressure

• Building water fountains

• Observing air temperature

What do students use to investigate air pressure in Part Four?

• Kites

• Parachutes

• Syringes

• Balloons

What is a challenge when setting up the air and water fountain system?

• Finding the right location

• Measuring water temperature

• Assembling the bottles and pipes

• Understanding air resistance

Where is the balloon rocket activity best conducted?

• In a library

• In a large room or gymnasium

• In a small classroom

• In a science lab

What have students learned by the end of Investigation 1?

• Air is a liquid

• Air is matter and takes up space

• Air is only found outdoors

• Air does not interact with objects