Compares and contrasts the habitats, behaviors, feeding habits, and physical characteristics of centipedes and millipedes. Offers suggestions for acquiring and maintaining these invertebrates in the classroom. Sample questions for discussion and investigation are also given. (ML)

Relates information on the characteristics, habitats, and behaviors of praying mantises. Describes the distinctive anatomical features of mantids. Provides suggestions for the care and maintenance of captive mantids. (ML)

Provides background information on the earthworm. Reviews basic anatomical, behavioral, and reproductive facts. Offers suggestions for procuring, maintaining, and breeding colonies for classroom use. (ML)

Provides instructions for setting up an indoor pond for the elementary school classroom. (CS)

Presents a list of published (or soon to be published) computer assisted instructional programs for biology. The programs vary considerably in terms of intended age/ability level, complexity and depth, and in content. No attempt is made to judge the quality of items in the list. (JN)