Cardboard weather map spinner for 9-year-olds
This project is for 9-year-olds making a reusable weather map for recording a week of observations. It is a craft model, not a weather station.
What to buy
Large cardboard sheet
1
Light blue cardstock sheets
3
White cardstock sheets
4
Weather symbol printouts
1 set
Round-head paper fastener
1
Cardstock arrow template
1
Hook-and-loop adhesive dots
20
Fine-tip black marker
1
Colored pencils
1 set
Ruler
1
Glue sticks
2
Child-safe scissors
1 pair
Who this list is for
A nine-year-old recording one week of weather observations can make this reusable cardboard weather map spinner. It is a craft model for tracking symbols, not a weather station.
How to use this list
Use the large cardboard sheet as the map base. Cut background pieces from the light blue and white cardstock sheets, then add the weather symbol printouts with glue sticks. Trace and cut the cardstock arrow template, and attach the arrow with the round-head paper fastener so it can spin. Use hook-and-loop adhesive dots to place and move weather symbols over the week. Add labels and day spaces with the ruler, fine-tip black marker, and colored pencils.
Common mistakes
Do not glue every weather symbol permanently if the map needs to be reused across several days. Keep the arrow loose enough to move but secure enough to stay on the fastener. Avoid treating the map as measuring equipment; it records observations rather than collecting weather data.
What is on this list
The project includes one large cardboard sheet, three light blue cardstock sheets, four white cardstock sheets, one set of weather symbol printouts, one round-head paper fastener, one cardstock arrow template, 20 hook-and-loop adhesive dots, one fine-tip black marker, colored pencils, a ruler, two glue sticks, and child-safe scissors. Cross off items already on hand.
When you are done
At the end of the week, look over the placed symbols and arrow positions with the child. Store unused hook-and-loop dots and weather symbols with the map for the next week of observations.
FAQ
Who is "Cardboard weather map spinner for 9-year-olds" for?
A nine-year-old recording one week of weather observations can make this reusable cardboard weather map spinner. It is a craft model for tracking symbols, not a weather station.
How should I use "Cardboard weather map spinner for 9-year-olds"?
Use the large cardboard sheet as the map base. Cut background pieces from the light blue and white cardstock sheets, then add the weather symbol printouts with glue sticks. Trace and cut the cardstock arrow template, and attach the arrow with the round-head paper fastener so it can spin. Use hook-and-loop adhesive dots to place and move weather symbols over…
What should I skip or avoid with "Cardboard weather map spinner for 9-year-olds"?
Do not glue every weather symbol permanently if the map needs to be reused across several days. Keep the arrow loose enough to move but secure enough to stay on the fastener. Avoid treating the map as measuring equipment; it records observations rather than collecting weather data.
What is on the "Cardboard weather map spinner for 9-year-olds" list?
The project includes one large cardboard sheet, three light blue cardstock sheets, four white cardstock sheets, one set of weather symbol printouts, one round-head paper fastener, one cardstock arrow template, 20 hook-and-loop adhesive dots, one fine-tip black marker, colored pencils, a ruler, two glue sticks, and child-safe scissors. Cross off items alread…
What should I do when I am done?
At the end of the week, look over the placed symbols and arrow positions with the child. Store unused hook-and-loop dots and weather symbols with the map for the next week of observations.
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