Earth's Changing Climate: Natural Variation and Human Impact
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This article looks at the content knowledge teachers will need to prepare young students for later introduction of the fourth essential principle of the climate sciences, which is "Climate varies over space and time through both natural and man-made processes." The author describes the concepts that underlie the principle, provides maps and visuals from the federal agencies that monitor weather and climate changes, and identifies online resources for the teacher. The free, online magazine Beyond Weather and the Water Cycle is structured on the seven essential principles of the climate sciences, which are required for climate literacy. Less
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Grade: TK/K to 6
Topics: Earth & Space Science, Professional Development
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Tool for: Teachers