Middle schoolers love to talk about the weather — so why not turn that curiosity into hands-on learning? With these Earth Science lessons and activities, your students will explore everything from the makeup of Earth’s atmosphere to the powerful forces that shape our weather every day.

Start with the basics: what an atmosphere is and what makes Earth’s so special. Then, guide your students through engaging lessons on heat transfer, air masses, and weather patterns — and don’t forget the excitement of studying storms and severe weather! They’ll also discover the tools and technology meteorologists use to make weather predictions and keep us all informed.