what does that old poem say about “weathering the weather”? Whether the weather is rainy, windy, cloudy, hot, or anywhere in between, we sure talk about it all the time. these are our favorite weather books for kids to use in their curriculum.
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fiction: the best weather books for children
1. I can pass? by marsha diane arnold (prek-1)
Thunderstorms can be scary! raccoon seeks the company of a friend in this fun read aloud. the sweet ending has a perfect message for your classroom community.
2. pignic by matt phelan (prek-1)
the pigs have a list of requirements for their perfect picnic. tree climbing, kite flying and of course your favorite snacks. a storm threatens to ruin everything, but ends up providing one last thing: mud!
3. a year with the wind by hanna konola (prek-1)
Beginning and ending with a spring breeze, this poetic text describes the activities of the wind in each month of the year. Simple, geometric illustrations are perfect for inspiring artwork in the classroom.
4. the weather girls by aki (prek-1)
The diverse and friendly “weather girls” travel in a group reminiscent of Madeline from Ludwig Bemelmens as they gleefully observe each season’s weather.
5. tap tap boom boom by elizabeth bluemle (prek-2)
This upbeat, rhythmic text perfectly captures the frenzy caused by a storm in the city and the hilarious surprise that awaits afterwards. the sound words, the bursts of dialogue, the little details, and the punchy punctuation make this a great writing mentor text, too.
6. sun by sam usher (prek-2)
Sam and his grandfather don’t let sweltering temperatures stop their planned picnic, but they run into some unexpected diners as they vie for the perfect spot. see also snow and rain by the same author.
7. the rain fell by david shannon (prek-2)
How does the weather make us feel? Take the raucous journey from moody to calm in this classic rainy-day cause-and-effect tale from a favorite author.
8. come on rain! by karen hesse (prek-3)
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When a community endures a prolonged oppressive climate, there is nothing like the collective celebration when it finally rises up. This joyful tale of relief from a city heat wave is timeless.
9. when the wind blows by linda stand sweeney (prek-2)
Windy days get a bad rap, but the grandmother and grandson in this story bring out the best in you with their hilarious kite-flying adventures. we love robust verbs throughout the text.
10. on a magical day of doing nothing by beatrice alemanga (k-3)
A girl discovers the wonders of exploring the forest on a rainy day. if she is working to determine the author’s message; what better message than “getting outside is so much cooler than playing video games?”
11. cloudy with a chance of meatballs by judi barrett (k-3)
This weather parody is an all-time favourite. Make your students laugh and inspire creative writing with weather reports of orange juice showers and tomato tornadoes in this classic tale.
12. thunder cake by patricia polacco (1-4)
patricia polacco shows how to turn weather events into personal memories like no one else. This story of a childhood thunderstorm tradition every year is well worth reading.
non-fiction: the best weather books for children
13. rainbows (wonderful views of the sky) by martha e. rustad (prek-2)
Rainbows are universally fascinating, but what really makes them appear? Please share this simple explanation to help students understand this joyful weather event.
14. national geographic’s first great weather book for young children by karen de seve (prek-2)
Keep this reference book handy to answer all of your students’ weather questions. connections between climate and the needs of people and animals inspire critical thinking.
15. fly guy presents: weather by tedd arnold (k-3)
This duo of easy-to-read characters learn a lot when they go on a field trip to a weather station. the content vocabulary list alone makes this a valuable addition to your collection.
16. types of precipitation (water around us) by nadia higgins (k-3)
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Learning through music is the best! the books in the water all around us series includes a catchy song, accessible online. Have your students wiggle their toes as they learn about rain, snow, sleet, and hail.
17. weather by dk (1-4)
This pocket manual is perfect for a meteorological research center in your classroom. clearly laid out sections cover topics ranging from cloud types to super winds.
18. next time you see a cloud by emily morgan (2-5)
This thoughtful narrative is perfect for reading aloud in the middle grade. pause to marvel at the stunning photography and unpack the information presented in each print run.
19. green city: how a community survived a tornado and rebuilt for a sustainable future by allan drummond (2-5)
Many students are familiar with the terror of a weather-related disaster from the media or, unfortunately, from personal experience. This story of collaborative recovery efforts after a 2007 tornado offers a hopeful perspective.
20. the extreme weather of al roker by al roker (3-7)
As relatable as the author’s television broadcasts, this new title contains tons of information about the weather forecast and the conditions that lead to extreme weather events. back to you, al.
21. eye of the storm: nasa, drones, and the race to crack the hurricane code by amy cherrix (gr. 5-7)
Scientists in the field series titles are always remarkable because they approach topics from unique angles. Learn alongside students about ongoing innovations in storm forecasting. Also, use this text as an example of top-notch research writing.
22. meteorology: cool women who weather storms by karen bush gibson (gr. 5-7)
chapters describe the history and importance of meteorology and offer mini-biographies of three outstanding women who contributed to the field. lots of informative text features keep it interesting.
What are your favorite weather books for children? we’d love to hear from you in our weareteachers facebook helpline group.
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