Climate Types

Forget about what the weather’s like today--rain or shine, your area’s climate stays pretty much the same! In this BrainPOP movie, Tim and Moby will tell you all about the earth’s different climate systems, from the frozen poles to the steaming-hot tropics! You’ll find out about the system scientists use to classify climates, and how factors like ocean currents and geographical features play major roles! There’s information about the hot desert climate of the Sahara, the temperate climates found around the Mediterranean Sea, and the polar climates of Alaska and northern Russia! Whether your area experiences snowstorms, sandstorms, or monsoons, there’s a lot here that you can learn from!

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