Graphing Lesson: Precipitation Data

Created by Teacher(s): Yen-Yen Chiu|Published on: July 31, 2022

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Created by New Jersey Climate Education Hub teachers

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In this lesson, students use New Jersey precipitation data to create graphs and discuss climate change.

Step 1 - Inquire: Students discuss initial observations about a New Jersey precipitation data chart showing monthly and annual averages.

Step 2 - Investigate: Students explain the relationship of precipitation over time by graphing, finding the line of best fit, and finding the equation of the line.

Step 3 - Inspire: Students choose an independent activity, complete a short reading, and then apply their learning to a discussion about the relationship between precipitation and climate change.

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Subjects: Mathematics

Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes

Region: North America, USA - Northeast, United States, New Jersey

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