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Cloud Watch

Activity

Predicting the Weather

Learn about the different types of clouds, what type of weather they are associated with, and use them to plan for the weather you might experience later today or on your next day out.

Science Seed

Clouds can tell us a lot about the weather. Stratus clouds are low and gray, often bringing overcast skies and light rain. Cirrus clouds are high and wispy, signaling fair weather but possibly indicating a weather change. Cumulus clouds are puffy and often seen on sunny days, though they can develop into storm clouds. Nimbus clouds are thick, dark storm clouds bringing heavy precipitation, while cumulonimbus clouds are towering storm clouds associated with thunderstorms. By observing these clouds, you can predict upcoming weather!

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earn Badges

Badges can be earned through hands-on experiences within each of the 16 branches of science, or “Science Slices.” You can earn a badge in each branch of science by doing four activities in these categories. We also encourage participants to keep a Nature Journal to record their memories, and to express themselves creatively through writing or drawing after each activity. We recommend that each child (and parent if they’d like) write or draw in a journal after each activity, with expectations of your children that match their age (the goal is self-expression, not perfection).

Explore the Memorial Park Conservancy

The mission of Memorial Park Conservancy is to preserve, restore, and enhance Memorial Park for the enjoyment of all Houstonians, today and tomorrow.

join Families in Nature

It is our vision to inspire all families to fall in love with nature and foster the next generation of conservationists. Becoming a member of Families in Nature will give your family the opportunity to have adventures in nature, experience field science, develop as youth conservation leaders, and make memories that will last a lifetime. Memberships are free for everyone.

Who are we?

Families in Nature works to create opportunities for nature connection with the purpose of sparking a deep love and desire to protect, conserve and restore the environment. Our mission is to connect children and their families to nature and to each other through time spent learning, playing, and volunteering outdoors. It is our vision to inspire ALL families to fall in love with nature and foster the next generation of conservationists.

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