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Great Lakes Snow Analysis Collaborative Network DLESE Reviewed Collection
http://mynasadata.larc.nasa.gov/preview_lesson.php?&passid=64
From NASA My NASA Data
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The onset of winter in higher latitude regions of North America brings snow to the area around the Great Lakes. The amount of snow is dependent on many variables. One of the most significant factors determining snowfall amount in the Great Lakes drainage basin is the surface temperature of the lakes. In this lesson, students will extrapolate information from selected MY NASA DATA and NOAA websites and compare data on snow and temperature in the Great Lakes. They will analyze trends and patterns using measurements from maps and raw data and locate their school's GPS coordinates using Google Earth.
Intended for grade levels:
  • Middle (6-8)
Type of resource:
  • For the classroom:
    • Computer activity
    • Lesson plan
Subject:
  • Atmospheric science
  • Climatology
Technical requirements:
No specific technical requirements, just a browser required
Cost / Copyright:
No cost
This product is free and clear for general use.
DLESE Catalog ID: MYND-000-000-000-063
Educational standards:
  • National Science Education Standards (NSES):
    • 5-8:
      • A - Science as inquiry:
        • Abilities necessary to do scientific inquiry
      • D - Earth and space science:
        • Structure of the earth system
      • E - Science and technology:
        • Understandings about sci. / tech.
Resource contact / Creator / Publisher:
Contact: Dr Lin Chambers
NASA