Cyclone Giselle: Communities Stay Safe

Learning about New Zealand's biggest storm How communities help each other Staying safe together

WALT: We Are Learning To

Understand what a cyclone is Learn about Cyclone Giselle in 1968 Know how communities stay safe Talk about helping each other

What is a Cyclone?

A very big storm with strong winds Lots of rain and wind spinning around Can move trees and buildings Happens in nature sometimes

Cyclone Giselle April 1968

Storm Sounds and Movements

Make wind sounds together: Whoooosh! Move like trees in the wind Show how we stay low and safe Practice calling for help: 'Help please!'

How Communities Help During Storms

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Draw Your Community Helper

Draw one way people help during storms Use bright colors and big pictures Show people being kind Share your drawing with a friend

What Did We Learn Today?

What is a cyclone? How do communities help each other? What safety tip will you remember? How do you feel about helping others?