Exploring Weather Instruments for 4th Graders

This video tutorial introduces various weather instruments through interactive exercises. Students are encouraged to perform physical activities corresponding to their answers about different weather instruments, such as rain gauges, anemometers, wind vanes, thermometers, barometers, and hygrometers. Each section provides a brief explanation of the instrument's function, helping students learn about meteorological tools while staying active.

What should you ensure before starting the activity?

• Have a notebook and pen

• Wear proper tennis shoes and have space to move

• Have a calculator

• Wear a hat

Which weather instrument is used to measure the amount of liquid precipitation?

• Thermometer

• Anemometer

• Rain Gauge

• Barometer

What is the primary function of an anemometer?

• Measure humidity

• Measure temperature

• Measure wind speed

• Measure air pressure

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Which instrument shows the direction of the wind?

• Hygrometer

• Barometer

• Wind Vane

• Thermometer

What does a typical wind vane look like?

• A digital display

• A rotating arrow on a fixed base

• A flat plate with a needle

• A tube with a ball inside

Which instrument is used to measure air temperature?

• Hygrometer

• Thermometer

• Barometer

• Anemometer

What does a barometer measure?

• Air pressure

• Wind speed

• Temperature

• Humidity

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

What is a common use of a barometer?

• Measuring wind speed

• Forecasting weather

• Measuring humidity

• Measuring temperature

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

Which instrument measures the amount of water vapor in the air?

• Rain Gauge

• Thermometer

• Anemometer

• Hygrometer

What should you do after completing the exercises in the video?

• Take a break

• Review the correct answers

• Submit your answers online

• Start a new lesson