Use a double bar chart to compare the number of tropical cyclones in different locations.

Learn about volcanic ash and watch a visualization of the Calbuco volcano to see how ash travels around the world. 

Use the Data Literacy Map Cubes to familiarize yourself with and interpret the model.

Review the animation showing seasonal chlorophyll concentration as it relates to net radiation.

 Students observe seasonal images of Monthly Normalized Difference Vegetation, looking for any changes in vegetation that are occurring throughout the year.

The radar measurements made by NASA's Soil Moisture Active Passive (SMAP) observatory are sensitive to whether land surfaces are frozen or thawed. Students analyze two maps of SMAP data to make inferences about changes to the Arctic's Geosphere showing spring thaw.

Examine a model and answer questions about dust transport around the world.

Students observe monthly images of changing vegetation patterns, looking for seasonal changes occurring throughout 2017.

The students will review the NASA Space Place video, "What are Tectonic Plates?", and answer questions about tectonic plates.

Visit NASA's Space Place to learn about volcanoes and answer questions about volcanic eruptions.