What is a Tsunami?
Grade 3rd Grade ยท Earth Science ยท 30 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can describe what a tsunami is and how it is formed.
Warm-Up Video
Socratica Kids ยท 9:04
Look out TSUNAMI = wall of water ๐ Nature Earth Science
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
A tsunami is a series of powerful ocean waves often caused by an earthquake, volcano, or landslide under the sea.
- 2
Tsunamis are also known as "harbor waves" because "tsunami" means harbor wave in Japanese.
- 3
Warning signs of a tsunami include the ocean suddenly pulling back from the shoreline, the ground shaking, and a loud roaring sound coming from the ocean.
Practice Questions
3 questions ยท Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
โWhat is a tsunami? How does an earthquake cause a tsunami?โ
Teacher Guide
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- Answer keys for all questions
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