Ten books, which focus on persons with special needs, are reviewed. Topics include teaching strategies, testing, reading and language arts, mainstreaming, perspectives of disabled children and adults, and a fictional account of a disabled child's experiences. (IAH)

With the right software and teaching strategies, computers can make learning geography fun for students. Several ready-made commercial programs are described. In addition, information is included on utility and application programs, and suggestions are given for using them in geography instruction. (IAH)

Two articles discuss elementary school mathematics. One focuses on data collection, suggesting a children's counting book, "How Many Feet in the Bed?", to initiate several possible problems. The other offers a measuring activity for finding average heights and a survey activity to determine the characteristics of an average student. (SM)

Using three new computer software programs in conjunction with role playing and class discussion, teachers introduce students to the stock market, Wall Street, economics, and business while simultaneously teaching computer applications. Each program and its classroom application are discussed; companies to contact are listed. (JL)

The article reviews back-to-school books which can help elementary school educators handle their students' first day jitters and anxiety about new teachers. It also reviews books on general topics designed to help children grow. Teaching tips and book-based activities are included. (SM)

Process-centered and problem-solving software can help students develop the skills and strategies needed for independent thought. Different categories of process-centered software are described, with examples of appropriate innovative packages, as well as several classroom activities which illustrate one teacher's use of the computer to promote…

Article discusses the four elements of good elementary science programs and offers ideas for creative hands-on science and across-the-curriculum activities (e.g., a please touch science center, curriculum planning chart, and getting to know you water activity). It notes science-related events and describes four science reference books. (SM)

Computer programs covering several subject areas and grade levels are reviewed. The programs include multimedia courseware, simulations, and interactive software. Teaching tips which suggest methods of utilizing the programs are offered. (IAH)