Have you ever heard someone ask something like, “If the Earth is really experiencing Global Warming, then how can my town be experiencing record-breaking cold and snowfall this year?” This type of misunderstanding can arise because of people’s confusion about the difference between weather (short-term conditions) and climate (long-term patterns and trends). In this lesson, students will review the difference between weather and climate so that this type of misconception doesn’t interfere with their learning about climate change in subsequent lessons.