Global temperature record

The Earth is like a big ball floating in space. The sun shines on Earth and gives it heat, and sometimes too much heat can make things too warm, like when it's really hot outside. We can measure how warm the Earth is by looking at the global temperature record.

A global temperature record is like a big thermometer that scientists use to measure how hot or cold the Earth is over a long period of time. Just like how you might use a thermometer to check if you have a fever if you're feeling sick, scientists use the global temperature record to check if the Earth is getting "sick" and becoming too warm.

Scientists collect data from different parts of the world to create the global temperature record. They use things like weather stations and satellites to see how warm it is in different places. They take all of this information and put it together to make a big picture of how hot or cold the Earth has been over a really long time.

The global temperature record is important because it helps us understand how the Earth's temperature is changing over time. Scientists can see if the Earth is getting warmer or cooler, and they can study how the temperature changes affect things like animals, plants, and even people. This information can help us make better decisions about how to take care of the Earth and keep it healthy for everyone.