Scholars make a model to discover how the force of trade winds over the Pacific Ocean creates an El Niño. Super scientists observe how the severe weather affects life in water and on land. 

Concepts

el nino, natural disasters, weather, severe weather, trade winds, model making, rain, floods

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• If time or supplies do not permit individual models, make a model as a class; invite learners to assist in every step 
• Create and post activity reflection questions on a classroom blog 
• Send a copy home to give pupils the opportunity to make a model with their family members 

Classroom Considerations

• Stress the warning printed on page two 
• Requires an assortment of supplies, ask parents and guardians to donate supplies if needed 

Pros

• Breaks instructions into five detailed steps
• Offers several extension activities  

Cons

• None