Weather | Small Group
In this 20-minute small-group lesson, adult learners will explore the theme of weather through a simple art activity. Students will use basic drawing and coloring materials to create a picture that shows a type of weather and share one sentence about it.
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| weather | The condition of the air outside, such as sunny, rainy, or windy. |
| sunny | Bright weather with lots of sunlight. |
| rainy | Weather when rain falls from the sky. |
| cloudy | Weather with many clouds in the sky. |
| windy | Weather with moving air. |
Show 2-3 weather pictures and ask students to name the weather they see. Model simple responses such as 'It is sunny.'
Look at the pictures, say the weather words, and repeat simple sentences.
Explain that students will make a small weather picture using simple shapes, lines, and colors. Demonstrate one quick example, such as a sun with rays or rain clouds with drops.
Listen, watch the demonstration, and ask questions if needed.
Give each student paper and drawing materials. Walk around to support students as they choose one type of weather and draw it. Encourage simple details like clouds, raindrops, sun rays, or wind lines.
Create a weather picture using basic shapes and colors.
Invite each student to show their artwork and say one sentence, such as 'My picture is rainy' or 'I drew a sunny day.'
Share their artwork and describe it with a simple sentence.
Review the weather words used in class and praise effort and participation.
Repeat key weather words and listen to the recap.
End by reviewing the weather words and inviting students to hold up their pictures for a quick class look. Reinforce that weather can be shown through colors, shapes, and simple lines in art.