Key Information
Wind
| Type | Movement of air over the surface of the Earth |
| Area | Worldwide |
| Season | All year round |
| Effect | Creates our weather and climate, helps move water around the Earth |
| Forms | Breeze, Gale, Storm, Tornado, Hurricane/Cyclone/Typhoon |
Learning Point
- Wind is the movement of air along the surface of the Earth, controlling the weather and climate. It comes in many different varieties, and can have different causes. Generally, wind is caused by the movement of air because of the difference in temperature and pressure in the atmosphere. This varies a lot from place to place on our planet.
Project
- Draw something that shows the wind affecting you or your family.
Location
| Located in | Worldwide |
Fun Facts
- Wind is normally stronger during the day, because the Sun warms the air, and weaker during the night as temperatures cool.
- Wind can take on patterns, such as a wave pattern, because of obstacles it moves over.
- Air currents curl or bend because of the spinning of the Earth.
- Obstacles, such as mountains, can change how winds move, including whether they are warmer or colder, wetter or drier.
Past Lessons
| 113 | May 20, 2024 | (North America) |