Natural Disasters

The students will learn about various types of natural disasters, including hurricanes, droughts, tornadoes, wildfires, earthquakes, heat waves, etc. The students will watch a video of some of the worst natural disasters in recorded history. They will participate in a discussion about what natural disasters occur in Florida and how people may be affected by them. Additionally, students will work in small groups to research and create an informational presentation, including a model, about a particular natural disaster to share with the class.

Resource ID#: 155360 Type: Lesson Plan

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General Information

Subject(s): Science

Grade Level(s): 6

Intended Audience: Educators

Suggested Technology: Computers for Students, Internet Connection

Instructional Time: 3 Hour(s)

Keywords: natural disasters, hurricanes, tornadoes, wild fires, floods, earthquakes, heat waves

Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan, Resource Collection, Student Center Activity

Resource Collection: FCR-STEMLearn Earth Systems 2016

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