This pamphlet suggests ways to grow garden vegetables in common household containers. A chart of cultural requirements of common vegetables is accompanied by a teacher's guide discussing the process skills and understandings which can be taught using the minigarden technique. A vocabulary list, a list of materials and supplies, and the methods by…

This publication is designed for use as part of a curriculum series developed by the Regional Marine Science Project. It serves as a second grade supplementary reading text about the marine environment. Reading material characterizes the ocean, fresh water and salt water, and the seashore. An ecological approach to nature is emphasized, by…

The purpose of this bulletin is to describe briefly the materials developed by the staff of Pueblo Elementary School, Scottsdale, Arizona, in a program aimed at providing individualized instruction in a continuous progress setting. Although each of the curriculum guides developed by the staff differ somewhat according to subject area, grade level,…

The purpose of this study was to identify some of the variables that relate to high achievement in elementary school science in Detroit (Michigan) Public Schools. A random sample of 2,112 sixth-grade students from 27 schools was selected for participation in the study. Student data were obtained from the STEP, the Iowa Tests of Basic Skills, and…

This booklet in the "World of the Atom" Series replaces the earlier Books on Atomic Energy for Adults and Children. It includes annotated bibliographies for children (grade level indicated) and adults. Over 60 books are classed as elementary and over 70 as advanced. These are alphabetized by title and also indexed by author. A list of…

Examples of errors in statements of physics concepts found in textbooks at all levels are cited and discussed. The author states: "There seems to be a tendency to be deliberately careless in textbooks for the lower levels, apparently in an attempt to be understood more easily." Oversimplifications identified as errors are presented with…

The results of semantic differential scores lead to the conclusion that there was no significant change in student attitudes when transferred from a concept approach in science to the process-oriented method of Science--A Process Approach. (CP)

FACTORS RELATED TO RESISTANCE TO INNOVATION IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SCIENCE CURRICULUM WERE IDENTIFIED THROUGH THE EVALUATION OF AN INSERVICE EDUCATION PROGRAM. THE SAMPLE WAS COMPOSED OF 290 ELEMENTARY TEACHERS AND ADMINISTRATORS WITH VARIED MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE BACKGROUNDS, TEACHING EXPERIENCE, AND TEACHING OR ADMINISTRATIVE ASSIGNMENTS.…

THE EFFECT OF PLANNED GUIDANCE ON THE PROBLEM-SOLVING BEHAVIOR OF ELEMENTARY STUDENTS WAS INVESTIGATED. FACTORS RELATED TO CHANGES IN PROBLEM-SOLVING BEHAVIORS WERE IDENTIFIED. APPROXIMATELY 50 PERCENT OF THE SIXTH-GRADE STUDENTS INCLUDED IN THE STUDY WERE GIVEN INQUIRY TRAINING 30 TO 60 MINUTES DAILY FOR 3 WEEKS. AN INVENTORY OF SCIENCE PROCESSES…

The lessons in this publication present a concrete approach to the teaching of environmental science for grades 3 through 8. The ideas presented are geared for use in an urban setting. The material is structured so that it can be used as an entire unit or parts of it can be adapted for use with on-going classroom activities. Twenty-seven lessons…

This is one of a series of units for environmental education developed by the Highline Public Schools. This unit for kindergarten introduces the pupil to the concept of environment. Various aspects of the environment are explored through 14 lessons using our five senses. Each activity includes the concept of the lesson, materials needed,…

This is one of a series of units for environmental education developed by the Highline Public Schools. This unit is designed for kindergarten pupils, but could be used effectively with primary pupils. The six lessons use the sense of smell to investigate various aspects of the earth, seasons, animals, and commercial use of fragrances. Each lesson…

This is one of a series of units for environmental education developed by the Highline Public Schools. This unit for elementary school children is designed to help bring more art into the classroom and to help students become more aware of their environment. Included are six lessons and a bibliography of suggested student references. Each lesson…

This is one of a series of units for environmental education developed by the Highline Public Schools. This unit, designed for third- and fourth-grade students, emphasizes cycles and focuses on the water, oxygen, and nutrient cycles. The eleven lessons in this unit are designed to take one-half to one hour each. Use of the extra activities would…

Standing on the shoulders of the experience of the recent past, the science which our children experience reflect a montage of curriculum reform, teacher renewal and school commitment. These three factors, not always distinct, and the challenge of clearly discerning them is essential in describing where our experience has led. (Author/RK)