Natural Hazards

Grade Level: 3rd

Subject: Science

Time Frame: 3 weeks (April)

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Essential Questions

 

- what is a natural hazard?
- how can damage from natural hazards be minimized? 

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By the end of the unit, students will know:

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- a natural hazard is an extreme event that occurs from natural processes
- natural hazards cannot be prevented
- the damage from natural hazards can be minimized

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By the end of the unit, students will be able to:

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- describe different natural hazards
- analyze methods for reducing damage caused by natural hazards

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Topics

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- natural hazards
- lightning
- floods
- wildfires

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Standards

3-ESS3-1