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February 5 – Fun Fact of the Day

Hey kids! Did you know that February 5 is a special day? It’s National Weatherpersons Day! This day is all about celebrating the amazing people who help us understand the weather. They play a huge role in keeping us safe during storms and help us plan our days around the weather. You can check out all of the Fact of the Day for Kids here.

FIVE FUN FACTS ABOUT NATIONAL WEATHERPERSONS DAY

  1. National Weatherpersons Day is celebrated on February 5th every year in honor of John Jeffries, one of America’s first weather observers who started taking daily weather observations in 1774.
  2. This day is not just for meteorologists, but also for anyone who works in the field of weather, including weather forecasters, technicians, and even weather enthusiasts!
  3. Meteorologists use various tools like satellites, weather balloons, radar, and computers to predict the weather accurately.
  4. The holiday is a great opportunity to learn about different types of weather phenomena such as tornadoes, hurricanes, blizzards, and more.
  5. It’s also a day to appreciate how weather forecasts help us plan our day, from deciding what to wear to preparing for severe weather emergencies.

ACTIVITY IDEAS TO CELEBRATE FEBRUARY 5

Let’s make National Weatherpersons Day exciting and fun! Here are some great activities you can do to learn more about the weather and celebrate this day.

  • Complete this Weather Word Search
  • Try this weather word search workout.
  • Create your own weather station at home using simple tools and instruments.
  • Draw or paint your favorite weather scene, like a sunny day, a rainy afternoon, or a snowy morning.
  • Write a thank you letter or draw a picture to send to your local weatherperson.
  • Conduct simple weather experiments like making a rain gauge or creating a mini tornado in a bottle.
  • Watch a kid-friendly documentary or read a book about weather and meteorology.
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QUESTIONS TO THINK ABOUT FOR FEBRUARY 5

National Weatherpersons Day is more than just a celebration; it’s an opportunity to learn and think deeply about the weather. Here are some thought-provoking questions:

  • How do weather forecasters predict the weather?
  • Why is it important to have accurate weather forecasts?
  • What are some tools that meteorologists use to study the weather?
  • How does the weather affect our daily lives and activities?
  • What can we do to protect ourselves and stay safe during extreme weather conditions?

WOULD YOU RATHER QUESTIONS FOR FEBRUARY 5

Here are five questions to spark conversation. Would you rather…

  • Be a storm chaser or a sunny day observer?
  • Have the ability to predict rain or predict snow?
  • Experience an extremely hot day or an extremely cold day?
  • Spend a day in a weather lab or a day in the field observing the weather?
  • Learn about tornadoes or learn about hurricanes?

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