Last updated: July 3, 2020
Math Skill: Interpreting line graphs (2-Digit Numbers)
Science Subject: Weather and Climate
Area level: Community-scale
Environmental Area: Air / Climate change
Purpose: Understand the average annual high temperature in Evansville and increase awareness of climate change
BACKGROUND FOR THE TEACHER
Rising global temperature has been accompanied by climate change—significant and long-lasting change in weather. Many places have already experienced climate change such as increased frequency of intense rains, floods, droughts, snow, and extreme heat and heat waves.
Climate change and Greenhouse Gas Effect
TEACHER GUIDE
The purpose of this activity is to improve data analysis skills while learning about the average temperature in Evansville. This activity was created based on data obtained from Weather Channel.
PROBLEM & Answer key
Math Skill: Interpreting line graphs (2-Digit Numbers)
Using a line graph that shows the average monthly temperature in Evansville. Students are asked to interpret the line graph.