Unit Details
3ENG - Weather, Climate, & Natural Hazards
3rd Grade - Earth & Space Science - NGSS
Students explore weather in different parts of the world on the same day and at different times of the year. They collect and analyze data to use patterns to predict future weather events and seasons.
Anchor Phenomenon: The weather differs on the same day, at the same time of day, at different locations around the world.
Driving Question: Why do weather conditions differ on the same day in different regions of the world?
Engineering Design Challenge: Develop a model to reduce the impact of a weather related event on human-made or natural structures.
Ordering Updates We have streamlined our ordering process. Our individual catalogs and order forms have been replaced by a single Interactive Order Form. This Excel spreadsheet contains our complete product catalog and includes dedicated tabs for Trade Books, Spanish Journals, Quick Orders, and individual unit orders, with each tab automatically calculating order totals as you enter quantities. To place an order, download the form, fill in your desired quantities in the appropriate tab, and email the completed file to suzan@bcamsc.org. If you do not have Microsoft Excel, the form can also be opened using Google Sheets.
Curriculum Samples, Packing Slip, and Ordering Information
- Sample Teacher Guide and Student Journal - includes Standards Alignment Information, Unit at a Glance, and example lessons.
- 3ENG Packing Slip - Helpful list of the original unit contents.
- Interactive Product Catalog & Order Form (Excel Spreadsheet) - Download our Excel order form to browse our full product catalog, enter quantities, and get automatic order totals, then send it back to place your order.
Classroom Resources and Curriculum Updates
- View Google Sheet - Updated 5/18/2026

