Weather

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Across
  1. 2. A strong and powerful weather event with thunder, lightning, and heavy rain or snow.
  2. 4. Soft, white flakes of frozen water that fall from the sky when it's very cold. It covers the ground and creates a beautiful winter wonderland.
  3. 6. A severe snowstorm with strong winds and low visibility.
  4. 9. The loud sound that follows a flash of lightning. It happens because lightning heats the air quickly, causing it to expand and create noise.
  5. 13. A colorful arc in the sky made up of seven colors.
  6. 14. A fluffy mass made up of tiny water droplets or ice crystals floating in the sky.
Down
  1. 1. A measure of how hot or cold the air is. It is usually measured using a thermometer in degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit.
  2. 3. Water falling from the clouds in the sky. It makes the ground wet and helps plants grow. It's fun to splash in puddles during a rainy day.
  3. 5. Moving air that we can feel but not see. It can be gentle or strong, and it can make objects sway, flags flutter, and kites soar in the sky.
  4. 7. A sudden and bright flash of light that occurs during a thunderstorm. It is caused by electricity in the clouds and can be dangerous.
  5. 8. A powerful, rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm cloud to the ground. It can be very destructive and must be taken seriously.
  6. 10. Small balls or lumps of ice that fall from the sky during a thunderstorm.
  7. 11. A thick cloud that forms near the ground and makes it difficult to see. It often occurs on cool mornings and creates a mysterious atmosphere.
  8. 12. The bright, glowing ball of fire in the sky that provides light and heat. When it is out, it makes the day warm and helps plants grow.