Science·Weather & Climate·conceptual
What Is Wind?
Know that wind is moving air, that it can be gentle (a breeze) or very strong (a gale), and that wind can move things like leaves, kites, flags, and even push people
Suggested ages 5–7
Learning journey
Your child is discovering how weather works — learning about different types of weather, how to stay safe during storms, and understanding how weather patterns change with the seasons.
Evidence of understanding
- Define wind as air that is moving
- Describe the difference between a gentle breeze and a strong wind
- Give examples of things that wind can move or affect
Assessment prompt
On a windy day, can What Is Wind? explain that wind is air moving, point out things being blown around, and describe whether it's a gentle breeze or a strong gust?
Standards alignment
No external standards are linked to this topic.