How do the water droplets and ice crystals that make up clouds get into the sky? And why do different types of clouds form?
Clouds are given different names based on their shape and their height in the sky. Learn about each cloud type and how they are grouped. |
Photos of various types of clouds and diagrams to help you understand clouds. |
Short video clips about clouds - including different types of clouds, where they form in the atmosphere, and their shapes. |
Test your knowledge with one of our games or gain a deeper understanding of clouds through a simulation. |
Discover clouds through scientific investigations of how clouds form and observation and art activities. You can even make your own portable cloud! |