Parent Guide > Explainer: Hurricanes, Cyclones, and Typhoons

This week in class, we’re reading "Explainer: Hurricanes, Cyclones, and Typhoons" by Lillian Steenblik Hwang.

In the informational text "Explainer: Hurricanes, Cyclones, and Typhoons," Lillian Steenblik Hwang discusses how various storms form and the dangers they present to people.

As we read, we will be discussing the themes of Education & Knowledge and Human vs. Nature as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :

"Who's in control: humanity or nature?" and "How do we understand the world around us?"

Ways to support your child:

• Ask your child about this informational text at home:
  • What was "Explainer: Hurricanes, Cyclones, and Typhoons" about?
  • What did you learn about Education & Knowledge?
  • What did you learn about Human vs. Nature?
• Watch the following clips with your child at home:
  • 'Hurricanes 101 | National Geographic '
  • 'What's the Difference Between a Typhoon and a Hurricane? '