Describes a "preliminary" course for English as a foreign language in Grades 5-6, including games and situational conversations. An outline is given, ordered on the basis of increasing difficulty. Hints are given for extending the repertoire of games. Finally, the value of written texts is discussed. (IFA/WGA)

Described is a simulation game concerned with the expeditious location of a sewage plant in a hypothetical urban area. Over 15 college or high school students can play the game, which involves government bargaining, citizen reaction, and side payments. (Author/AV)

A transactional analysis exercise useful in developing human relations abilities is presented for secretaries. The main purpose of the exercise is to make people aware of how they affect others and to improve their relationship with others. Decision-making and time management are other aspects of the activity. (TA)

Organizing, storing, and using materials for classroom games are discussed. Materials and directions are listed for three strategy games, three whole number games, three fraction games, and three geometry games. (DT)

Described is a classroom simulation for high school economics students which illustrates concepts of scarcity, economic resources, differing systems of resource allocation, economic interdependence, and specialization. For availability, see SO 505 564. (Author/AV)

Presents four groups of games from ancient times designed to integrate history with mathematics. Introduces different kinds of games that can be used in mathematics classrooms. Provides classroom investigations for each group of games. (ASK)

Three articles present elementary science, mathematics, and social studies activities. A hands-on science activity introduces students to microscopic water creatures. A math in action game has students build logic and number-sense skills. A social studies activity has students weave story cloths into conflict resolution. (SM)

Describes a game developed for school children which addresses part of the Science National Curriculum. The board is a human body with organs on view. Questions relate to different organ systems, body parts, and processes. Topics include breathing, digestion and metabolism, blood and circulation, and the sensory organs and teeth. (AIM)

This article describes Funetics, a game for teaching introductory French to gifted students that uses cartoon logos to represent words. The principles of logo formation and implementation are discussed. The article also reviews the psychological theory embodied in the game, how gifted students process the game, and the game's pedagogical value.…

Describes a card trick that provides opportunities for students to discover patterns, work with variables, create tables, and ponder mathematics. Students at various levels of ability are able to enjoy the trick, and mathematical discourse is promoted within the classroom. (AIM)

Describes a simple activity that explores and reveals the principles of significant figures and scientific notation using a 500 gram bag of unpopped popcorn. Students must devise a method for determining the number of kernels in the bag. (DDR)

Presents a critical review of "The Oregon Trail" CD-ROMs. Argues that "The Oregon Trail" is sexist, racist, culturally insensitive, and contemptuous of the earth, imparting bad values and wrong history. Suggests questions teachers can ask before choosing to use these materials, and offers classroom activities to develop students' critical computer…

Describes a music reading game for all grade levels. Explains that the students are given words, using letters from the musical alphabet. Expects students then to arrange the letters on the correct lines and spaces and in the correct reading order, on a five-line musical staff represented on the floor. (CMK)

Four surface covering games are presented. These activities are designed to help children learn to develop mathematical theories. Directions for each activity and reproducible game boards are provided. Suggestions for the use of these games are given. (CW)

Examines the economics course description in California's History-Social Science Framework (1988), discussing each of its five sections: fundamental economic concepts; comparative economic systems; microeconomics; macroeconomics; and international economics. Identifies economic skills students must learn and presents a game that teaches about…