Today I have a tutorial for a rain gauge I used with my 2nd graders whom all have hearing impairments! This was taught at the end of our lesson on the 2013 Boulder Colorado Flood, which we used to teach all there is to know about floods. Before beginning our rain gauge craft, we discussed the spelling and definition of flooding, as well as the dangers that flooding can cause.
My students really seemed to enjoy this lesson. We also peeped a short video clip of the Boulder flooding. ( I saw many jaws dropping in amazement) I will definitely be using this lesson again in the future!
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Rain Gauge Tutorial-
1) Hand out rain gauge template and have students cut along the outer most lines.
(Copy and paste template link in URL : http://www.promotional-items-inc.com/catalog/rain_gauge-6_inch_rain_drop_features.html )
2) Glue the back of the ruler to a Popsicle stick.
3) Line up the bottom of the ruler to the bottom on a clear cup and tape around the entire cup.
4) Test out the rain gauge by pouring some water in and quizzing the students by asking them how much water has been collected.
Enjoy!
XOXO Ms. Hayes
