The Facts:
Exactly three months after I arrived in Abu Dhabi, it has rained for the first time. The rain changed the look of the island. Since rain only falls here a few days a year, the roads do not have drains to remove the standing water. Cars had to slow down when passing through deep water to avoid an accident. All the plants that usually have a yellow dusty appearance are now shiny and green. Many of the local men could be seen sitting outside enjoying the slight drop in temperature. With school out for a holiday, the children had time to play around the water and examine its effect on their environment. The breeze feels a little cooler, and even though it is still 80 degrees outside, it finally feels like fall is here.
Questions to Consider:
What is your favorite season?
What changes in the weather signal the beginning of fall?
What changes in your environment occur in fall?
Draw a fall day.
In Georgia, which season sometimes has snow? Which one has afternoon thunderstorms? Which one has frequent showers?
What do you like to do when you have a holiday from school?
Learn an Arabic Word:
Two -- Ith'nan -- توه
Learn More About Abu Dhabi:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abu_Dhabi
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