“Combining excellent video footage and graphics, the program clearly explains the basic elements of weather formation, presenting relevant vocabulary…while also encouraging critical thinking with “You Decide” segments and a video quiz at the end…Recommended”
  -Video Librarian, September/October 2007
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VHS-Closed Captioned
DVD-English Subtitles |
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This video program investigates some of the key elements responsible for weather formation. Different types of air masses and their origins are investigated, as are the formation of weather fronts. Specific weather phenomenon including tornados, hurricanes, and thunderstorms are illustrated in detail. Other important terminology includes: air mass characteristics, warm front, cold front, low pressure, storm surge, cumulonimbus clouds, and lightning.
Includes 5-question video quiz and 25-page teacher's guide. Extra features on the DVD include, index, slides, glossary, English subtitles and an iMovie project.
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