Describes an elementary school science activity related to telling time by apparent star motion. Directions are given for construction and use of a Polar Dial" to determine local sidereal time. Methods of conversion to local civil time and standard time are given. (JM)

Proposes a K-12 program to fill the need for population environment education. Lists six basic concepts that should be included in the program. (DS)

Describes a six-week Yeshiva University Skill Center summer program in science and language arts for disadvantaged upper grade elementary school children. Individualized science activities emphasize manipulation of materials. (JM)

This is a satire on students' ability to think. Children can in fact think, but teachers often don't give them a chance or encourage them to do so. Questioning techniques are very important in getting children to think. A good starting point for children's thinking is their observations. (BR)

Elementary school students (N=226) in grades 1-6 were interviewed to determine competency with measurement tasks. Data indicate that fundamentals of measurement (although taught) were not understood or retained by a sizable proportion of these students. Classroom activities are suggested to remedy the situation. (Author/JN)

Describes several simple activities to help children nurture their curiosity and order their experiences into simple understandings. These include: outlining familiar objects on paper; examining leaf patterns and flowers, moving water, and spiders; and touching and exploring various objects set up in learning centers. (JN)