Clouds
By Mrs. Hicks
Types of Clouds
There are 3 types of
clouds:
Stratus
Cumulus
Cirrus
Stratus Clouds
These are low
clouds that
usually bring
steady rains,
snow, or very
cloudy days.
Cumulus Clouds
These are
fluffy,
“cotton ball”
clouds and it’s
fun to find
pictures in
these clouds.
Thunderheads
These are
cumulus clouds
that often
develop into
thunderstorms
on very hot,
humid days in
the summer.
Cirrus Clouds
These are
very high
clouds made
of ice
crystals,
often called
“mare’s tails.”
Do you know your clouds?
High ice crystal clouds are Cirrus clouds.
Low, rainy clouds are Stratus clouds.
Fluffy, white clouds are Cumulus clouds .