Weather and Climate – Interactive Digital Science Lesson

Engage students in an exploration of global atmospheric science with this fully interactive Genially-based lesson, designed to develop scientific enquiry skills and real-world data interpretation.

In this activity, students assume the role of junior atmospheric scientists tasked with investigating live weather patterns and climate processes across the planet. The lesson integrates multimedia learning tools—including short instructional videos, keyword definitions, and guided digital tasks—culminating in the analysis of real-time satellite data from NOAA and a review of the USGS Water Cycle for Kids website.

Teachers can print the accompanying Student Log Book, which contains all guiding questions and reflection prompts. Students then use the interactive Genially presentation to research, observe, and analyse information, recording their findings directly in the printed booklet. The activity can be completed individually or in pairs, encouraging discussion, collaboration, and independent reasoning.

Requiring no preparation beyond printing the Log Book, this resource enables teachers to deliver an engaging, inquiry-based science lesson with minimal setup. Students are guided through the learning sequence step by step, while teachers can focus on facilitating discussion and assessing understanding through observation.

What’s Included

• Genially Presentation – fully interactive lesson with custom navigation buttons (link found in document)
• Printable Student Log Book (PDF/Google Doc)
• Teacher Guide and Mark Scheme

Students will be able to:

• Differentiate between weather and climate.
• Identify and interpret high- and low-pressure systems using satellite imagery.
• Explain how ocean currents, latitude, and the water cycle influence atmospheric conditions.
• Apply scientific reasoning to analyse real-world meteorological data.
• Communicate findings clearly using appropriate scientific vocabulary and evidence.

Suitable For

• KS3 / Middle School Science and Geography (Ages 11–14; Grades 6–8)
• Weather and Climate units
• Independent or collaborative digital learning
• Substitute plans and enrichment lessons
• Flipped or hybrid classrooms