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What is wind?

Quick Answer

Wind is air moving from one place to another. It usually happens because warm air rises and cooler air rushes in to take its place.

Why This Story Works for Bedtime

It makes outdoor sensations feel safe and understandable—perfect for a gentle ‘listen to the breeze’ bedtime mood.

Story at a Glance

RECOMMENDED AGES

3-5 years

READING TIME

2 min

THEMES
airweathernaturesciencelearningcuriosityeasy to understandgentle
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Story Synopsis

Wind can feel like a soft brush on your cheeks—or a stronger push on a kite. This story explains what wind is. Miluna shares that wind is simply moving air. The Sun warms different places differently, so some air becomes warmer and rises. Cooler air moves in to fill the space, and that movement is what we feel as wind. The tone is calm and nature-focused, helping children connect a familiar feeling to a simple science idea.

Story Excerpt

Have you ever stood outside and felt something soft touch your face That is the wind But what is wind The wind is just air that is moving Air is all around us everywhere we go We cannot see the air but we can feel it when it moves It is like when you…

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In One Glance

Wind is moving air. When the Sun warms the ground, the air above it can heat up, expand, and rise. Cooler, denser air then moves in to replace it. This flow of air creates breezes and stronger winds. Mountains, oceans, and weather systems can change wind direction and strength, but the core idea is: temperature and pressure differences make air move.

Frequently Asked Questions

It explains wind as moving air caused by warm air rising and cooler air moving in.

Ages 3–5.

Yes—nature sounds and gentle explanation.

No. It focuses on breezes, not storms.

It builds observation: kids connect what they feel outdoors to simple science language.