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Website
NASA

Nasa: El Nino

For Students 3rd - 5th
A concise explanation of El Nino. Discusses global wind patterns and ocean temperatures. Offers interactive weather-related learning activities.
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Article
University Corporation for Atmospheric Research

Ucar: Fact Sheet for El Nino

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Univ. Corp. for Atmospheric Research provides detailed information on El Nino and its effects on the trade winds is offered at this site, with satellite photos.
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Handout
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Global Wind Belts Study Guide

For Students 9th - 10th
Review the main global winds using this study guide.
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eBook
University Corporation for Atmospheric Research

Ucar: The 1991/1992 Drought

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research offers information on drought and global climate conditions, with an explanation of the trade winds.
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Handout
Other

Stormfax: El Nino Glossary

For Students 9th - 10th
This site offers definitions for terms related to El Nino, including information on southern oscillation and its relationship to the trade winds.
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Handout
NOAA

Noaa: Pmel: Definitions of El Nino, La Nina and Enso

For Students 9th - 10th
In defining the terms El Nino, La Nina and ENSO, this site describes the relationship between the trade winds and these conditions.