Hurricanes for Kids
Simple explanations, fun activities, and safety guides for K–8 learners. Read together, try an activity, or use a safety guide.
An introduction to this topic
NOAA · Public domain What Is a Hurricane? (For Kids)
A clear, illustrated guide to how hurricanes form and why they are so powerful, written for younger readers but interesting for everyone.
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How Do Scientists Study Hurricanes?
How scientists study hurricanes: the Hurricane Hunters who fly inside them, the satellites watching from space, ocean buoys, and the careers behind the forecast.
Hurricane History for Kids
The most famous hurricanes in history, told for kids. From the Galveston Hurricane of 1900 to Hurricane Katrina and beyond, learn about the storms that changed America.
Hurricane Safety for Kids
A kid-friendly guide to hurricane safety. Learn how to prepare, what to do during a storm, and how to stay safe when a hurricane is coming your way.
Make Your Own Hurricane!
Hands-on hurricane science experiments for kids. Explore a spinning-water model, build a wind speed detector, and learn the real science behind these powerful storms.