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School-Age Weather Station
School-Age Weather Station
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School-Age Weather Station

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The School-age Weather Center is the ultimate outdoor classroom tool for teaching students about weather.

  • Ages: 5 to 12 years
  • Material: Steel
  • SKU: RECF0095XX

Availability: 6-8 weeks

The School-age Weather Center is the ultimate outdoor classroom tool for teaching students about weather. It features a Rain Gauge which collects water to empirically measure precipitation levels. It also has a thermometer for measuring the temperature, and a seperate wind vane which shows the wind’s direction. All of this information can be charted on the board, showing meteorological changes over time. The station even has a built in folder for collecting student assignments. Students love learning outside, and will be fascinated by the precise measurements of weather conditions. With some effort, they can learn to predict the upcoming weather with some accuracy.

Highlights:

  • Measures the precipitation
  • Has a thermometer to check temperature
  • Graph allows weather to be tracked
  • Handy spot to place daily assignments
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Frequently Asked Questions

What age group is this outdoor weather station for school designed to accommodate?
The School-Age Weather Station is designed for elementary students ages 5-12. The thermometer, rain gauge, and wind vane are positioned at child-appropriate heights for independent observation and data collection. The built-in chart board allows teachers to conduct whole-class weather lessons with clear visibility for groups of 20-30 students during outdoor science instruction.
Does this weather station meet ASTM F1487 safety standards for school playgrounds?
Yes, this weather station complies with ASTM F1487 and CPSC Handbook for Public Playground Safety guidelines for school-age equipment. The station has no sharp edges or pinch points and requires 6 feet of use zone clearance on all sides. Your site plan must include an accessible route to this equipment per ADA guidelines for students with mobility devices to participate in weather observations.
What maintenance does this outdoor weather station require during the school year?
The weather station requires monthly cleaning of the rain gauge and quarterly calibration checks of the thermometer for accurate readings. The chart board needs weather-resistant markers replaced each semester and periodic cleaning to remove accumulated chalk or dry-erase residue. The wind vane mechanism should be inspected annually and lubricated if rotation becomes stiff from seasonal weather exposure.