This summary helps Grade 5 learners understand the difference between weather and climate. It explains weather elements such as temperature, rainfall, wind and cloud cover, as well as the instruments used to measure them. Learners are introduced to South Africa’s different climate regions and discover how rainfall and temperature influence the natural vegetation found in an area. The summary also covers important vegetation regions, including forests, grasslands, savannas, and desert or semi-desert areas. Key terms, maps and illustrations make it a useful resource for studying, revision, homework and test preparation.

(5 pages)