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What Is Wind?

CONCEPTUAL
Science›Weather & Climate|Ages 5—7|ID: mt_j7cj9eWN7w

Know that wind is moving air, that it can be gentle (a breeze) or very strong (a gale), and that wind can move things like leaves, kites, flags, and even push people

Mastery Evidence

  • Define wind as air that is moving
  • Describe the difference between a gentle breeze and a strong wind
  • Give examples of things that wind can move or affect

Assessment Prompt

“On a windy day, can [child] explain that wind is air moving, point out things being blown around, and describe whether it's a gentle breeze or a strong gust?”

Prerequisites0

No prerequisites — this is a foundational topic.

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