Nombre y apellido ______________________________________________
Proyecto – El Pronóstico del Tiempo
Los nuevos meteorólogos maravillosos
Oh no! Mauricio Maltiempo was fired for Reading the incorrect weather report and his boss needs a replacement. ¡Felicidades! You
can be hired to replace him, but there are few requirements. Some of you will be chosen to be recorded on video. This will depend on
how much time we have left at the end of class and how hard you have worked.
PART A: Prepare a Weather Forecast
1. In order to be prepared for this adventure, you will have to choose a Spanish-speaking country and research the types of weather
patterns (sunny, rains often, snowy, etc).
2. Create a typical weather forecast in Spanish. Your forecast should predict the weather for 5 days in a row (ex. Monday-Friday). You
should include:
a. Changes in the weather from day to day (don’t forget to label your days in Spanish!)
b. Changes in weather over the course of a day (ex. Rainy in the morning, then sunny in the afternoon)
3. Find a way to creatively display your weather forecast. One way you could do this is by making a Power Point Presentation of the 5
days you have forecasted, but there are many other creative ways you could display this information. Use your creativity!
PART B: Presentation on the daily news!
3. The last step of the project will be to present your forecast to the class. You will role play being the weather forecaster on the daily
news and will tell the class what weather your country will be expecting for five days you have chosen. You must CREATE A SCRIPT
with the following information.
a.
Greet your audience
b.
Introduce yourself
c.
Say the date (You choose the date)
d.
Announce the weather
i. General: “…hoy en la ciudad de (say the cicty) hace buen tiempo”
ii. Specific description: 3 weather expressions
iii. Identify the highest and the lowest temperature: La temperatura máxima es … grados y la mínima es de…
iv. Remember: Do the same for the 5 days: General description, specific description, highest and lowest temperature.
e.
thank your audience for listening
f.
Choose a phrase in Spanish to say good bye.
4. Create a Weather Map
a. Make a weather map for your city with pictures that clearly shows how the weather is for each day.
5. After creating your script and your map weather map. PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE!!!
Celsius or Fahrenheit? Celsius is the metric system used in Spanish speaking countries. Yes, temperature is in centigrade. Here is little
table to help you make sense of the system.
10 ª cool
20ª nice
30ª hot
0ª ice!
Nombre y apellido ______________________________________________
Proyecto – El Pronóstico del Tiempo
SCORING RUBRIC
11
Focus
10
9
Original ideas
Clear ideas
Some repetition
Use of correct
metric system
Use of correct
metric system
Reasonably ideas
Organization
Flows logically and
smoothly.
Flows reasonably
well.
Word Choice
Varied, words are
correct and
advanced for level
Words are correct
and adequate for
level
Vocabulary is 100%
control of the writer
Few words used
out of control
Mechanics
Error- free
Minor corrections
needed
Sentence structure
Variety in
sentences
Presentation Style
of your paper
Shows enthusiasm
Visual
Original ideas.
Show enthusiasm
and hard work.
Oral presentation
Requirements
7
U
Unscoreable
Disconnected to
the theme
Is an inadequate
Confusing or
difficult to follow
Hard to follow
Is blank
Some words are
used incorrectly.
Vocabulary is
below level and
out of writer’s
control.
Is not written in Spanish
Some errors.
Readable to a
sympathetic
reader
Errors very
noticeable
Is illegible
Sentences work
together
Simple short
sentences
Sentences need
work
Is illegible
Pleasing
Neat
Lack of
engagement
Is illegible
Appealing. Shows
effort and
creativity
Appropriately
done but lacks in
appeal and
creativity
Has not appeal, No Is not handed in
effort is evident.
Whole writing
supports oral
presentation
Sequence is
logical
Words are hard to
follow
Vague
Is an inadequate
attempt to respond to
prompt
Follow instruction
Rough draft
included
Some are missing
Not attempt to
follow
Is not handed in
Vocabulary
appropriate for the
level
Appealing
READING. Read the following information about Buenos Aires city, capital of Argentina, and answer the questions that follow.
Pronóstico del tiempo para Buenos Aires esta semana
miércoles jueves
1-10
2-10
viernes
3-10
sábado
4-10
domingo lunes
5-10
6-10
martes
7-10
Mínima
12 °C
9 °C
11 °C
7 °C
2 °C
7 °C
9 °C
Máxima
22 °C
23 °C
21 °C
17 °C
18 °C
24 °C
21 °C
20%
85%
60%
80%
95%
90%
85%
70%
10%
40%
25%
5%
10%
10%
NO
E
SO
S
NO
NE
O
3
3
4
2
4
3
Sol
Precipitaciones
Dirección del viento
Intensidad del viento 3
1) What is the minimum temperature for Sunday? __________________________________________________________________________________
2) What is the maximum temperature on Friday? ___________________________________________________________________________________
3) How do the people of this country measure temperature? ________________________________________________________________________
4) What percentage % of sun is there on Wednesday? ______________________________________________________________________________
5) What direction is the wind on Saturday? _________________________________________________________________________________________
6) What is the wind intensity for Monday? __________________________________________________________________________________________
7) What percent chance is there of precipitation on Thursday? _____________________________________________________________________
8) What is the Spanish weather expression that you could use to describe the weather on Sunday? ___________________________________
9) How could you describe the weather on Wednesday? ___________________________________________________________________________
10) What is the chance of precipitation on Sunday? _______________________________________________________________________________
READ THE FOLLOWING WEATHER INFORMATION FOR YOUR CITY AND COUNTRY AND THENFILL OUT THE WEATHER TIMELINE BRAINSTORMING
SHEET. USING THE INFORMATION PROVIDED, YOU MIGHT NEED TO MAKE INFERENCES ON WHAT THE WEATHER WILL BE IN EACH MONTH.
1. BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA
Buenos Aires has a temperate climate with average temperatures ranging from 94°F (35°C) in January to 50°F (10°C) in July. The heaviest rain falls during
autumn and spring, though rain can be expected at any time of the year. Many locals leave Buenos Aires during the hot summer months (December,
January and February) and head for the coastal resorts.
2. SANTIAGO, CHILE
The climate of Santiago is Mediterranean, with typically hot, dry summers and mild, moist winters. Summer temperatures hit highs of around 28°C (82°F), while
winters average around 11°C (52°F). Rain falls mainly during winter. Temperature inversions cause smog to be trapped in the valley for spells during the
winter months bringing heavy pollution.
3. LA PAZ, BOLIVIA
The weather in La Paz is usually bright and sunny all year round, but in summer rain occurs in showers most afternoons. Temperatures year round are cool to
mild, the average in summer being 72°F (22°C) and in winter 59°F (15°C).
4. MONTEVIDEO, URUGUAY
Montevideo's climate is mild and temperate with an average temperature of 55°F (13°C). During the height of summer (January) temperatures usually hover
around 82°F (28°C), while winters are much cooler and tend to be wet. Autumn is the wettest period.
5.BOGOTÁ, COLOMBIA
Generally the climate is wet and tropical. Summer is the principal rainy season although there is no specific dry season. The eastern Caribbean and Pacific
coastal lowlands experience an equatorial climate with high temperatures and high humidity all year round, with rainfall averaging 40 inches (1,000mm) a
year. In the mountainous parts conditions are cooler and can be changeable depending on prevailing winds, altitude and topography.
6.QUTIO, ECUADOR
Ecuador's geography has endowed the country with a variety of microclimates. The coast is hot all year, with a humid rainy season between December
and May. In the mountains climate depends on altitude, becoming cooler the higher you go. The Amazon region is hot, humid and wet while the
Galapagos Islands are dry with a steady year-round average temperature of 77ºF (25ºC).
7. LIMA, PERÚ
The coast is generally sunny and hardly ever receives any rain, but from April to November there is a heavy sea mist. The highlands have a wet season
(October to April) and a dry season (May to September), when the days are clear and sunny but very cold at night especially at altitude.
Lima has a mild climate, although it is situated in the tropics, and rain in the city is almost unheard of. The weather in Lima is influenced by the cold
offshore Humboldt Current, which ensures that summer temperatures hover in the low to mid 60's Fahrenheit (16-18ºC), and only a few degrees lower in
June and July. Humidity in the city is very high, and as a result fog is often present, especially between May and November.
8. CARACAS, VENEZUELA
Being situated just above the equator, the weather in Venezuela is pleasant all year around. However the dry season (September to April) is the best time to
visit, though the Angel Falls are most impressive towards the end of the wet season.
Caracas has a tropical climate, tempered by its relatively high altitude position and proximity to the sea. Temperatures are comfortably warm and vary little
year round. The rainy season extends from June to December.
9. MADRID, SPAIN
Spain is extremely hot during mid-summer, in July and August. The rest of the year the climate is generally temperate in the north, but warm in the south. The
best time to visit is during spring or autumn, except for the Atlantic coast, which has heavy rains in October and November. August is the busiest month,
while May and October are the best times for both ideal weather and fewer crowds. Madrid and the high central area can get very cold during winter.
The climate of Madrid is dry, warm and pleasant. It's high altitude and proximity to mountains causes some wide variations in winter and summer
temperatures. In summer the heat at midday can be intense, with pleasantly cool evenings. Winters, by contrast, bring temperatures dropping to just below
freezing. Rain in Madrid is a rarity, with a short rainy season in late October and some showers in spring.
10. SAN JOSÉ, COSTA RICA
Being tropical, there is little difference in temperature throughout the year, but there is a lot of rainfall, particularly from May to November. Temperatures
along the coast are hotter, averaging 89ºF (32ºC), although they are tempered down by sea breezes. The highland areas are warm during the day and can
be quite cool at night.
11. PANAMA CITY, PANAMA
Panama has a tropical climate, with temperatures staying constant all year round, ranging from 90°F (32°C) during the daytime to 70°F (21°C) in the
evening. Humidity is generally high, especially during the rainy season, which is between October and November. The best time to travel to Panama is
between December and March.
12. MEXICO CITY, MÉXICO
The climate of Mexico varies according to altitude. The low-lying coastal areas are typically tropical, hot and humid, but the weather in Mexico City, which
is sited at an altitude of 2,300 metres above sea level, is far more moderate. Mexico City has pleasant summers and mild winters, with an annual average
temperature of 64 °F (18 °C). Seasonal variations in temperature are small, but May is the warmest month of the year, and January the coldest, when night
frosts are possible. Mexico City has a high average annual rainfall, most falling in summer, the wettest month being July, and the driest month February.
13. SAN SALVADOR, EL SALVADOR
In general the weather is good all year and the trade winds ensure that the temperatures remain relatively mild. There is little variation in temperature year
round, but the coolest months are December to February, while the hottest are June to August. The rainy season extends from May to November when
there is a slight chance of hurricanes. Peak season is between December and April. Generally the northern and western islands, including New Providence
Island, are cooler than the southern islands.
14. SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO
San Juan, like all of Puerto Rico, enjoys warm, sunny days for most of the year. The tropical climate ensures an average temperature of 80°F (26°C) with
humidity running continuously at around 80%. The rainy season peaks in August, and rain can be extremely heavy. Between August and November the
island is vulnerable to hurricanes.
15. PATAGONIA, ARGENTINA
Argentina's elongated geography ensures that the country has a diverse climate. The north is subtropical with rain throughout the year and is best visited
between May and September when the heat and humidity is less oppressive. The south has a sub-arctic climate and is best visited in the summer
(December to February). The central area is temperate, but can be hot and humid during summer and cool in winter.
16. VALENCIA, SPAIN
Valencia has a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 62°F (17°C). Most of the rainy days occur
during autumn and early spring. Summers can be baking hot, and humidity tends to be high.
17. LA ASUNCIÓN, PARAGUAY
Paraguay, situated on the Tropic of Capricorn, enjoys a hot sub-tropical climate, with long sultry summers and an average annual temperature of 75ºF
(24ºC). The east of the country is more humid and wet than the western Chaco region, which is semi-arid.
18. IGUAZU FALLS, ARGENTINA
The exuberance of nature makes Puerto Iguazu a very special place, with a humid, subtropical climate that is highly advantageous for a tourist destination.
There is no definite dry season in this area, so winters are never harsh, and frosts are few and far between.
The region is influenced by the rivers Iguazu and Parana, and also by the reservoir of the Itaipú hydroelectric dam, which is responsible for the increased
humidity in the area.
Rainfall can reach 2,000 mm a year, and relative humidity ranges between 75% and 90%. Average temperatures: June - July, 11 to 23° Celsius and
December - January, 20 to 32° C. Prevailing winds are from the north, east and north-east, with an annual average velocity of 21 km/h.
The best time to visit the Falls is during the rainy season, from January to March. This is when water flow increases and, thanks to this, the fauna becomes
more abundant. During the rest of the year the flow is more reduced, but there are no major variations.
CHOOSE YOUR COUNTRY AND CITY:
________________________________________________
Nombre y apellido ___________________________
Weather Forecast- GRAPHIC ORGANIZER
Título (title): El pronóstico del tiempo en ___________________ (city, country)
Nombre y apellido:___________________________ Fecha:_________________ Clase: 5 ___
1st DAY
GREET YOUR AUDIENCE:_____________________________________________________
INTRODUCE YOURSELF: ______________________________________________________
(my name is… name/last name)
SAY THE DATE ( “Hoy es…”):___________________________________________________
SAY YOUR CITY AND COUNTRY: En la ciudad de __________________ , _______________.
ANNOUNCE THE WEATHER/GENERAL
: _________________________________
SPECIFIC DESCRIPTION (3 WEATHER EXPRESSIONS):
MORNING: En la mañana ______________________________________________________
AFTERNOON: En la tarde _____________________________________________________
NIGHT: En la noche __________________________________________________________
HIGHEST TEMPERATURE: La temperature maxima es de ______________________________
LOWEST TEMPERATURE: La temperature minima es de _______________________________
2nd DAY
SAY THE DAY ONLY (Ex. El jueves):_____________________________________________
ANNOUNCE THE WEATHER/GENERAL: _________________________________
SPECIFIC DESCRIPTION (3 WEATHER EXPRESSIONS):
MORNING: En la mañana ______________________________________________________
AFTERNOON: En la tarde _____________________________________________________
NIGHT: En la noche __________________________________________________________
HIGHEST TEMPERATURE: La temperature maxima es de ______________________________
LOWEST TEMPERATURE: La temperature minima es de _______________________________
3rd DAY
SAY THE DAY ONLY (Ex. El jueves):_____________________________________________
ANNOUNCE THE WEATHER/GENERAL: __________________________________________
SPECIFIC DESCRIPTION (3 WEATHER EXPRESSIONS):
MORNING: En la mañana ______________________________________________________
AFTERNOON: En la tarde _____________________________________________________
NIGHT: En la noche __________________________________________________________
HIGHEST TEMPERATURE: La temperature maxima es de ______________________________
LOWEST TEMPERATURE: La temperature minima es de _______________________________
4th DAY
SAY THE DAY ONLY (Ex. El jueves):_____________________________________________
ANNOUNCE THE WEATHER/GENERAL: _________________________________
SPECIFIC DESCRIPTION (3 WEATHER EXPRESSIONS):
MORNING: En la mañana ______________________________________________________
AFTERNOON: En la tarde _____________________________________________________
NIGHT: En la noche __________________________________________________________
HIGHEST TEMPERATURE: La temperature maxima es de ______________________________
LOWEST TEMPERATURE: La temperature minima es de _______________________________
5th DAY
SAY THE DAY ONLY (Ex. El jueves):_____________________________________________
ANNOUNCE THE WEATHER/GENERAL: __________________________________________
SPECIFIC DESCRIPTION (3 WEATHER EXPRESSIONS):
MORNING: En la mañana ______________________________________________________
AFTERNOON: En la tarde _____________________________________________________
NIGHT: En la noche __________________________________________________________
HIGHEST TEMPERATURE: La temperature maxima es de ______________________________
LOWEST TEMPERATURE: La temperature minima es de _______________________________
LAST PART
THANK YOUR AUDIENCE (Thanks for listening or only thanks):_________________________
CHOOSE A PHRASE IN SPANISH TO SAY GOOD BYE: _____________________________
Resource: http://espanol.weather.com/regional
Nombre y apellido ___________________________
Weather Forecast- CHECKLIST
Day 1 (Oct. 15/16):
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Graphic organizer.
Homework: Research and write out weather report in Spanish (1ST DRAFT). Project materials ready (brought to class Wednesday/Thursday)
Day 2 (Oct. 17/18):
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Script written out (FINAL DRAFT)
Create a weather map in Spanish. Finish any decoration (at home).
Homework- Create more visuals for your presentation. Write or type your FINAL script.
Day 3 (Oct. 19/22):
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Assemble your visuals (You can make a poster or )
Finish your weather map in Spanish.
Homework: Finish any work that needs to be done. Practice pronunciation (you can use index cards to practice for your presentation.
Day 4 (Oct. 23/24): PROJECT IS DUE AND PRESENTATIONS!!!!