Windward Outsmart the Weather in a Race Around the World
This online, interactive game students about weather as they sail in a virtual race around the world. The game features a series of challenges and decisions that must be made to circumnavigate the globe. Players learn how to sail, how to read weather maps and negotiate winds and weather, what tools are needed, and more. The site was created by Discovery Education, The Weather Channel, and National Aeronautics and Space Administration and includes teacher resources.
Reviews (1)
byCharles, February 9, 2009
It is a really neat site with lots of weather info with a real life application. The competition aspect makes it a fun activity to do with a class. Students can research the challenges on site to make the best choices for their sailing ships. The challenges incorporates air pressure, weather symbols, fronts and ocean currents.
