Get Ready Queensland, it's severe weather time of year and to help you prepare Wally has put together this list to help. And yes Wally will be there in person with some items to put in your cyclone kit.
Get Ready Townsville 2024
Date: Sun, 03 Nov 2024 Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Cost: Free
Venue: Jezzine Barracks 38-52 Howitt Street North Ward QLD 4810
Phone: 13 48 10
Check list for a cyclone
Priority
[ ] Important documents in waterproof container
[ ] Medications with scripts
[ ] Clean drinking water
[ ] Pet food
[ ] Wireless radio with new batteries
[ ] Torches
[ ] Location of emergency shelter near you
[ ] Emergency Dashboard access
[ ] Emergency numbers
[ ] Emergency power
Essential
[ ] Power banks charged
[ ] Kids entertainment, such as Wally's Weather board games
[ ] Snacks
[ ] Solid location of the house to sleep
[ ] Emergency bag of clothes for all
[ ] Animals inside where possible
[ ] Leave one window slightly open, use a dowel to chock it in position. Relieves pressure inside house, also push up manhole cover
[ ] Tarp
[ ] Ladder
Important
[ ] Take blades off external fans
[ ] Noise cancelling earphones or noise reduction plugs
[ ] Bath or other filled with water for flushing toilet
[ ] Braced garage door (some doors have cyclone bracing, another option is mattress across the front of the car, nudge car against a mattress that is against the door)
[ ] Electrical high up, especially if in a flood-prone location
[ ] Towels for under doors, rain comes sideways
[ ] Cover air conditioner units only if they are not used
[ ] Cars undercover
[ ] Car has enough fuel
[ ] Gas in BBQ bottles topped up, helps with cooking when power out
[ ] Mould remover, dry house out straight away after
[ ] Buckets and towels for leaks
Other things to remember
[ ] Open gates and allow animals to get to higher ground
[ ] Don’t walk in waters near powerlines that are down
[ ] Don’t swim in swollen tributaries
[ ] Trees will drop branches, and debris may be flying around, stay indoors
[ ] Check on neighbours, swap mobile numbers or messenger, offer to help clean up
[ ] Do not drive through flooded waters
[ ] Clear drains,
[ ] Take out branches that might look like they are going to fall easily
Education is the key to being prepared for severe weather.
The Benefits of Game-Based Learning: Weather-Themed Board Games for Home Schooling and Entertainment
Game-based learning, particularly through board games, has steadily gained recognition as an effective educational tool. Games engage players in active learning, allowing them to apply and reinforce concepts in a fun and interactive environment. Research consistently highlights that game-based learning fosters critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and cooperative learning.
Evidence for Board Game Learning
The effectiveness of intervention with board games: a systematic review - This review examines the impact of board games on educational knowledge, cognitive functions, and other conditions. Read more here.
Board Games Enhance Cognitive and Academic Skills in Students - This article discusses recent research on how board games improve cognitive and academic skills in primary school students. Read more here.
Board Games as Part of Effective Game-Based Learning Strategies - This chapter explores the use of board games as cost-effective instructional materials and their integration into game-based learning strategies. Read more here.
Weather-Based Board Games: Ideal for Education and Home Schooling
Weather is a universally relatable topic, making it an excellent theme for educational games. Everyone experiences and talks about the weather, providing a familiar context for learning. Board games centered on weather phenomena can simplify complex scientific concepts, making them accessible and enjoyable.
Wally's Weather Board Games: Fun and Educational
Wally's Weather offers two exceptional board games: Dam Filler and Cyclone Chaser. Both games are designed to educate players on specific weather-related concepts while providing hours of entertainment.
Dam Filler: This game teaches players about the Orographic Lift Effect, a meteorological phenomenon that affects precipitation. Players work together to manage water resources, learning about the relationship between mountains and weather patterns. At $49, Dam Filler is a cost-effective way to reduce screen time and enhance understanding of earth science.
Cyclone Chaser: In this game, players plot cyclones and learn about the geography of Australia. Cyclone Chaser is not only educational but also strategic, making it suitable for family game nights and adult gatherings. Priced at $59, it offers affordable, engaging entertainment while promoting geographical literacy.
Conclusion: Invest in Learning and Fun
With over 10 years experience in teaching using gamification to teenagers, Wally's Weather board games—Dam Filler and Cyclone Chaser—are perfect for educational purposes and family fun. They provide valuable learning experiences about weather phenomena and geography, all for a modest cost. By incorporating these games into home schooling or regular game nights, players can enjoy low-cost entertainment that reduces screen time and enriches their understanding of the world around them.
For visual learners, consider adding images of these board games and weather phenomena to illustrate the concepts discussed. Happy gaming and learning! 🎲🌦️
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