Grade 2 Science · Earth and Space Systems

Virginia SOL 2.6

Virginia SOL 2.6 is part of the Earth and Space Systems strand in Grade 2 Science (Science). Under this Standards of Learning objective, students investigate and understand that there are different types of weather on Earth and how to measure and interpret weather data. Below is what 2.6 covers in plain language, the specific skills it is assessed on, the key concepts to review, and how to practice 2.6 for the Virginia SOL test.

What SOL 2.6 means

Investigate and understand that there are different types of weather on Earth and how to measure and interpret weather data.

Skills you’ll practice for 2.6

  • Identify different types of weather and their specific characteristics.
  • Measure, record, and interpret weather data to identify weather patterns.
  • Recognize that tracking weather allows preparation for weather and storms.

Key concepts covered by 2.6

  • weather types
  • sunny
  • rainy
  • snowy
  • cloudy
  • stormy
  • weather characteristics
  • weather measurement
  • data recording
  • weather patterns
  • data interpretation
  • weather tools
  • weather tracking
  • storm preparation
  • weather forecasting
  • safety measures

How to study and practice SOL 2.6

Start with a quick diagnostic to see whether 2.6 is already solid, then work each skill above with guided notes, flashcards, and SOL-style practice questions. For official released items, see our Virginia SOL practice tests guide and how to study for the SOL test.

  • 2.7Investigate and understand that weather patterns and seasonal changes affect plants, animals, and their surroundings.

Frequently asked questions about SOL 2.6

What is Virginia SOL 2.6?

SOL 2.6 is a Grade 2 Science Standard of Learning in the Earth and Space Systems strand. It expects students to investigate and understand that there are different types of weather on Earth and how to measure and interpret weather data.

What skills does SOL 2.6 cover?

SOL 2.6 is assessed on 3 skills: identify different types of weather and their specific characteristics; measure, record, and interpret weather data to identify weather patterns; recognize that tracking weather allows preparation for weather and storms.

What strand of Grade 2 Science is SOL 2.6 in?

SOL 2.6 belongs to the Earth and Space Systems reporting strand of the Grade 2 Science Virginia Standards of Learning.

How do I study and practice for SOL 2.6?

Start with a diagnostic to see whether 2.6 is already solid, then work the 3 skills above with guided notes, flashcards, and SOL-style practice questions. For official released items, see the Virginia SOL practice tests guide.