“We have a similar map (the whole globe) already made that we show to children for climate zones lessons - however- this lesson was great as it gave them the chance to create the map themselves. Much more meaningful than just showing them a completed chart and then talking about the chart.”

“The kids enjoyed the climate map. The videos through Mystery Science are so engaging and interesting. Before I discovered Mystery Science, I struggled with teaching science. Now it is my favorite part of the school day!”

“The videos give instruction verbally one time but continue to loop the visual instruction, which made it easier for my students to stay on track!”

“The kids loved doing the climate map at the end, and in cooperative groups, they discussed and hypothesized about where the warmest and coldest places on earth are. Science and geography all in one!”

“The kids, as always, enjoyed Doug's narrative. The map coloring activity was engaging and informative. They loved it when the "puzzle" came together.”

“My students made the connection to a prior science lesson about why some parts of the earth have 4 distinctly different seasons. This was a great way for students to see how this translated to world-wide climate patterns.”

“The video content was excellent and really conveyed the important concepts. The climate maps were fantastic! My kids really learned what makes up climate and the climate patterns of earth.”

“OMG! I love Mystery Science more and more every time I teach it. My students are so engaged in every lesson. I loved the different continent groups working together to create one big map!”

“Everything was incredibly cohesive. I can't believe Mystery Science was able to make a topic like climate age-appropriate, interactive, meaningful, and fun. This was a really great lesson.”

“The children have a clear understanding of storms, different climates, and can use appropriate scientific vocabulary to discuss their learning.”

“The students were very excited when they recognized patterns in their color-coding. They've really been enjoying learning how their world works. ”

“This lesson was fantastic! It covered all areas:fine motor (drawing a straight line with a ruler, using scissors), following directions, and reading a climate map. And I have printed out extra sheets to use as an assessment for students to see if they can match the three maps together. Thank you for this incredible lesson!”

“Our climate lesson is going to help with the next non-fiction ELA unit and our Social Science unit. Thanks!”

“The kids (again) loved the lesson and EVERYONE was able to color code and complete the map. They really "got" it!”

“The kids really loved this lesson. We stretched it out over four 1-hr sessions. The question that compared Arizona and Florida helped to draw together the scientific knowledge gained in the past lessons.”

“My kids loved the decoder part and comparing how some areas have the same climate all year!”

“The visual map combined with instruction on sun's rays and distance from the equator. ”

“The maps were fun for the students to color. I liked the climate decoder to help students figure out the climates; it was very inquiry-based. The directions were easy to follow for my 2nd graders.”

“Watching the kids "get it" when they taped the 3 maps together. ”

“I focused on Latitude conncetion to climate. I loved the activity connecting winter/summer temperatures and creating the climate map. Thanks!!”

“The students were fascinated that the three maps fit together to give a whole world climate map. They got to work together (kids always enjoy that). Even my shy, students became involved in discussions about the differences in rainfall in Arizona and Florida. My third graders were finding out about place names on various continents, so they were inadvertently learning about geography as well as science. Every student took home their graphs and maps to show their parents. They had fun!”

“It's just so clear! The kids love to hear Doug and the looping videos are great for those kids who are always saying, "Wait, what am I supposed to do?" As a teacher, I have more time and attention to spend circulating and really seeing who needs help!! Well done.”

“All the mysteries I have done this year have been fantastic! My students who are not usually engaged have become so excited when Mystery Science comes up on the screen! The detailed, looped instruction pieces are so so so totally awesome. I don't have to repeat directions over and over; you guys do if for me! LOVE IT! My slower students don't feel frustrated watching everyone else because they can just watch the screen over and over until they figure it out. It has really helped with problem solving and confidence. I can't wait to start next year with these great lessons!! ”

“I like how the clips are short and then you get the students engaged. The person talking is talking fast enough to keep their attention. There are many things shown that students may not see otherwise. The activity with it was well explained and easy for kids to have fun and follow along!”

“Super interactive, great way to learn about climate. Loved the teamwork aspect! Can't wait to try more lessons!!!”

“the students and I are loving it. Great discussions on different climates.”

“This was a great hands on lesson for students. Having them actually create the maps was the perfect way to engage them.”