About This Book
This engaging chapter book blends historical fiction with scientific explanation, introducing children to Francis Beaufort's creation of the wind force scale in 1810. The narrative unfolds through the fictional diary entries of a 12-year-old midshipman, who vividly describes conditions at sea for each of the scale's twelve levels. Beyond the wind scale, the book offers fascinating facts about the construction of a man-of-war and the daily lives of English sailors, providing a rich historical context. It's an excellent resource for children aged 4-11 interested in history, science, or adventure on the high seas.
Decribes Francis Beaufort's creation of the Beaufort wind force scale in 1810. Presents fictional diary entries by a twelve-year-old midshipman that describe conditions aboard ship at each of the scale's twelve levels. Includes facts on the construction of a man-of-war and the daily lives of English sailors.
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Discussion Prompts
1
What was the most interesting thing you learned about life on a ship in 1810?
2
How do you think Francis Beaufort felt when he first started developing his wind scale?
3
If you were a midshipman like the one in the diary, which level of wind on the Beaufort Scale would you be most excited or scared to experience?
4
Why do you think it was important for sailors to have a way to measure wind strength accurately?
5
What are some ways we measure weather today, and how are they similar or different from the Beaufort Scale?
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