The activities range from the simple (practising weather words such as 'sun') to more complex activities (such as doing a quiz about weather extremes). On the topics page you'll find symbols which give an indication of the best ages for each activity.
You can use these materials to practise English with your child. On this page you'll find an idea for an activity you can try with your child. On the left you'll also see a list of links to resources about this topic on teaching websites that you may find useful.What's the Weather Like? is an activity that helps your child practise weather words, but your child can also practise listening skills if they like.
Who is it for? The activity is suitable for children aged 7-12. Children who have a basic knowledge of English can do this activity.
Before the activity: Before you do the activity it is a good idea to introduce weather words to your child, or revise weather words if your child has already studied them. You could use the flashcards to do this. When your child is familiar with the words, move on to the activity.
The activity: The weather man is giving the weather news for the world. It is a good idea to discuss what is happening with your child. Ask questions like: Who is this person? (A weatherman). What is he doing? (He's telling us what the weather is like). You should also talk about the weather symbols and the countries listed. You can do this in your own language if you like, the important thing is that your child is prepared to do the activity. Make sure your child understands what they will have to do in the activity. Now click 'GO'!
If your child wants to practise listening they should click the 'Text on/off' button to switch off the text (you can always look at the text later). The child listens to the weather news and moves the appropriate symbols to the right country. For example, if they hear 'In England it is raining' they move the 'raining' symbol to the 'England' square with the mouse.
Your child may not understand every word, and this is not important. Your child is practising listening for key information (for example 'England' and 'raining'). Your child should move as many symbols as possible. They can listen again if they like. It is important that your child feels encouraged and enjoys the activity.
After the activity: Here is something you can do to practise the language used in this activity.
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