This week I learned about hurricanes. I found out I was born during Hurricane Katrina, a terrible storm that flooded all of New Orleans. Mom said the hospital's power went out while we were there. Here are some of the things we did this week:

• Watched the satellite and radar in motion clips of Hurricane Katrina


• Saw some photos of the damage


• Talked about characteristics of hurricanes, such as the eye, and were the winds are the worst


• Completed a hurricane strength/category chart


• Plotted the course of Hurricane Katrina


• Made a hurricane (vortex) in a bottle (experiment)


• Created a hurricane book and colored the pages


• Discussed storm surge and hurricane safety procedures


• Learned about the American Red Cross and mom donated to help them out


• Had two Dairy Queen Blizzards (because they are yummy and weather related)


• Ate a delicious themed breakfast