1. Florida Hurricanes Welcome Introduction Process Tasks Task 1 Task 2
Description: This WebQuest is designed to allow students to explore hurricanes, an important part of Florida’s past and future. This WebQuest will help students conduct research and complete research journals and projects.
Grade Level: 5
Curriculum: Science, Social Studies, ELA
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2. Introduction
Welcome
Have you ever experienced a hurricane? What are they like? What are the effects of them? How do we prepare for them?
Complete the K and W portion of the KWL chart in your research journal.
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3. Process
Welcome
Using this WebQuest you will research different aspects of hurricanes and the history of hurricanes in Florida in order to complete the tasks within your Hurricane Research Journals.
As you research, take notes on things you find interesting and write down any questions “inquiries” you have on the provided pages.
At the end of our exploration, each of you will create a final product showing what you have learned about hurricanes and share it with the class.
After presentations you will complete the L portion of the KWL chart in the research journals to show some of what we learned.
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4. Task 1 What Are Hurricanes? Tasks
Welcome
Task 1
Introduction
What Are Hurricanes?
Explore what hurricanes are and how they develop by clicking on the pictures on this page.
In your Hurricane Research Journals, complete the first part of Task 1 by following directions and answering questions in complete sentences.
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Click here to go to Part 2 of Task 1

5. Task 1, Part 2 How Do Hurricanes Move? Tasks
Welcome
Task 1, Part 2
Introduction
How Do Hurricanes Move?
Click the pictures to explore resources. Talk with partners and work to answer the question “How do hurricanes move?”.
You can also click Task 1 on the menu to the left (or the link below) to review the sources on that page again.
Finish Task 1 in your journals by drawing a possible path of a hurricane and answering the questions.
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Click here to return to Part 1 of Task 1

6. H Task 2 How Are Hurricanes Named? Tasks
Welcome
Task 2
Introduction
How Are Hurricanes Named?
Use the resources linked through these pictures to determine how hurricanes are named.
Using the information, complete Task 2 in your Hurricane Research Journal.
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7. Task 3 How Are Storms Tracked? Tasks
Welcome
Task 3
Introduction
How Are Storms Tracked?
Explore the resources below to learn how the path and intensity of a storm is tracked.
See how technology has made a difference in how we monitor storms.
Complete Task 3 in your Hurricane Tracking Journal.
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8. Task 4 What Can Hurricanes Do? Tasks
Welcome
Task 4
Introduction
What Can Hurricanes Do?
Learn about what these powerful storms can do and how they affect the areas that they hit.
Complete Task 4 in your Hurricane Research Journal.
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9. Task 5 Charley Florida History of Hurricanes in Florida Tasks
Welcome
Task 5
Introduction
History of Hurricanes in Florida
Explore the different hurricanes that have made landfall in Florida by clicking on the pictures or names below.
To complete Task 5, select 2 storms and create a storm report for each.
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10. Task 6 How Can We Prepare/Respond? Tasks
Welcome
Task 6
Introduction
How Can We Prepare/Respond?
Use the resources linked through these pictures to find ways to prepare for and respond to a hurricane.
Create a family preparedness plan by completing Task 6 in your journal.
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Once you explore the resources, click the hurricane to play a game.
Type in the password: EYE
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11. You can find research resources on each task page.
Welcome
You can find research resources on each task page.
You can also use available books and other sources in the classroom, if available, to aid in your research.
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12. This is how your work will be graded.
Evaluation
Welcome
This is how your work will be graded.
Your individual research journals will be graded for completion and accuracy. Make sure you have all the information filled out on each of your journal pages.
Your work should be neat and you need to manage your time wisely to complete all the tasks.
Click here to see the official grading rubric. (It is also located in the back of your research journal).
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13. Florida Hurricanes WebQuest
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Welcome
Florida Hurricanes WebQuest
This WebQuest is designed to allow students to explore hurricanes, an important part of Florida’s past and future. This WebQuest will help students conduct research and complete research journals and projects.
It employs group participation while encouraging independent work and understanding.
Intended grade level: 5
Complete Lesson Plan
Introduction
Process
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Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Task 4
Task 5
Task 6
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Evaluation
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