What is a tornado?

A fun explainer by Arjun & Daddy (Goutham)


👦 Arjun’s Big Question:

“Daddy, what’s a tornado? Is it like a giant vacuum cleaner?!”


👨‍🦰 Daddy Explains:

“Haha, not quite, Arjun! A tornado is like a super fast spinning tunnel of wind that comes down from a storm cloud and touches the ground.”

“It can go WHOOSH! like a spinning top — but much, much bigger!”


🌀 How Do Tornadoes Happen?

“Tornadoes form when hot air near the ground rises and crashes into cold air from above.”

“This makes the wind spin really fast — like your toy top!”

“That’s how a tornado starts twirling!”


🍦 Arjun Imagines

“Whoa! So it’s like a wind ice cream cone?!” 🍦💨
“One that flies around and knocks things over!”


🚨 Are Tornadoes Dangerous?

“Yes, buddy. Tornadoes can break trees, houses, and cars. That’s why we stay safe indoors or in tornado shelters when there’s a warning.”


✅ Quick Tornado Safety Tips:

  • Always go indoors during a tornado alert
  • Stay away from windows
  • Hide in a safe room or basement if possible
  • Listen to grown-ups and stay calm!

🎨 Free Download: Tornado Activity Sheet!

Includes:

  • Color & Label the Tornado Diagram
  • Match-the-Words Tornado Game
  • Spot the Safety Items
  • “Draw Your Own Wind Ice Cream” Creative Page!

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