The use of environmental meters designed to measure conductivity, light level, oxygen, pH, sound, and temperature are discussed. Criteria for choosing suitable equipment are suggested and, where possible, cheaper alternatives are mentioned. (Author/BB)

Provides information on air pollution for young readers. Discusses damage to substances and sickness from air pollution, air quality, and what to do in a pollution alert. Includes questions with answers, illustrations, and activities for the learner. (MA)

Presented are methods to help teachers continue the environmental awareness programs they have already started by providing up-to-date information and activities dealing with air pollution, water pollution, and solid waste disposal. (Author/KC)

The seven classroom learning stations described in this article are designed to teach intermediate grade students about air, water, and noise pollution. Some resource books are listed. (SJL)

Describes a series of tests that can be carried out to assess air pollution and gives background information about the composition of air and polluting contaminants. (BR)

Describes a demonstration for elementary school children which shows how sewage removes oxygen from water, killing life forms. (BR)

Among the goals of multicultural and social reconstructionist education are to improve academic achievement, increase appreciation for cultural differences, develop problem-solving skills, and encourage social action. This curriculum unit is concerned with the infusion of multicultural ideals into the elementary science curriculum. A total of 10…

Proposes that a case-study approach to pollution problems can enhance the environmental awareness of students. Presents background information and instructional ideas for case studies on water pollution, cars, and the urban environment. (ML)

Provides an annotated listing of resources currently available on acid rain. Includes sections on organizations, literature, teaching, acids/curricula, slide programs, and journal articles. (ML)

Provides background information for teachers on the nature and role of sulfur in the biological and physical environments. Problems of sulfur in the air and in rain water are also considered. (JN)

Some of the background factors and deleterious effects of oil spills are discussed. A classroom activity which demonstrates an oil spill, how the oil affects feathers, and one clean-up method is presented. A list of recent oil spills and three additional resources are included. (CW)

This guide on acid rain for elementary and secondary students is divided into three study areas: (1) What Causes Acid Rain; (2) What Problems Acid Rain Has Created; (3) How You and Your Students Can Help Combat Acid Rain. Each section presents background information and a series of lessons pertaining to the section topic. Activities include…