Vocabulary Match

This worksheet helps students in Grades 4, 5, and 6 build a strong foundation in hurricane science by matching key storm-related vocabulary to accurate definitions. Learners practice reading comprehension, scientific vocabulary, and critical thinking as they analyze terms related to hurricane structure, hazards, and safety, connecting language directly to real-world weather risks and preparedness.

Learning Goals

• Hurricane Vocabulary (Grades 4-6) – Students correctly match terms such as eye, eyewall, storm surge, and hurricane warning to their definitions.
• Storm Structure Understanding – Learners deepen understanding of how hurricanes are organized and why certain features are dangerous.
• Reading & Interpretation Skills – Students carefully analyze definitions to distinguish between similar scientific concepts.
• Safety & Risk Awareness – A challenge question prompts students to think critically about coastal dangers during hurricanes.

Instructional Benefits

• Teacher-Created Resource – Designed by educators to align with upper-elementary weather and Earth science standards.
• Clear Matching Format – Supports accuracy while reinforcing essential storm terminology.
• Real-World Application – Connects vocabulary knowledge to emergency preparedness and safety decisions.
• Flexible Classroom Use – Ideal for independent practice, review lessons, science notebooks, or formative assessment.

This hurricane vocabulary match worksheet helps students strengthen science literacy by connecting precise terminology to storm structure and real-world impacts. By mastering hurricane vocabulary and reflecting on coastal risks, learners build confidence in understanding severe weather and emergency preparedness. Whether used in a classroom or homeschool setting, this printable resource offers meaningful, low-prep practice that reinforces essential weather science concepts.

This worksheet is part of our Hurricanes Worksheets collection.