Monsoon Rain

Synopsis:

Monsoon Rain explains the weather patterns in places where there is a wet season and a dry season only. It explains what happens when the monsoon rain arrives.

Curriculum link:

Science: Earth and space sciences – Weather patterns

Key Concepts:

In some places it is either very dry or very wet. The rain that comes after a long, dry stretch is called monsoon rain. Monsoon rain affects people and animals in many ways.

Reading Strategies:

Self-extending – using a range of cues

Extent:

16

Paired Title:

The Wise Bird

Supporting Materials:

Lesson Plan - Monsoon Rain / The Wise Bird