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Precipitation Towers

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Participants create 3D graphs using stackable cubes, such as Legos, to observe and compare preciptation levels from several different locations.

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Hints for uses in your library Look up the annual precipitation average and patterns in your local region and include that in the data set, or reach out to your local weather forecaster for additional information.
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Precipitation Towers

Precipitation Towers

Participants create 3D graphs using stackable cubes, such as Legos, to observe and compare preciptation levels from several different locations.