“Thunder and Lightning” explained in 4 pictures
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Young children understand that thunder and lightning are weather phenomena caused by electricity inside clouds, making flashes of light and sounds, and that they should go to a safe place when they hear thunder
💬 What Is Thunder and Lightning?
Thunder and lightning can make the sky flash bright. After that, you may hear a rumbling sound. Thunder and lightning can happen on days with rain clouds.
🤔 What kind of sound does thunder make?
💬 Lightning Is Electricity in Clouds
Electricity can build up inside rain clouds. When that electricity moves, it makes a bright flash. This flash is lightning.
💬 There Is Light and Sound
With thunder and lightning, you may first see a bright flash. After that, you may hear a rumbling sound. If the sound is loud and surprises you, it is okay to cover your ears.
🤔 Which do you notice first: the bright flash or the rumbling sound?
💬 When You Hear Thunder, Go to a Safe Place
When you hear thunder, stop playing outside. It feels safe to go inside a house or building. Stay away from under trees and from places near water.
🤔 When you hear thunder, where can you go to feel safe?