Functional neuroimaging research has demonstrated that retrieving information about object-associated colors activates the left fusiform gyrus in posterior temporal cortex. Although regions near the fusiform have previously been implicated in color perception, it remains unclear whether color knowledge retrieval actually activates the color…

Describes experiments which focus on the perception of three dimensions. Discusses the cues about distance and depth and the role they have in perceptions of three dimensions. Evaluates the effect of color on the illusion on depth. (ML)

Describes activities to be used with young children to enhance their awareness of color and visual perception skills. Activities described relate to such content as primary and secondary colors, shades and tints, coloring with crayons, chalk painting, and visual differences. (DS)