This book presents guidelines in the design and management of children's landscapes and reveals the importance of plants as a resource for play and child development. It identifies plants by function, i.e., their sensory values, play values, food production, seasonal interest, shade quality, screens against natural barriers, wildlife enhancement,…

This textbook is a reader with selections in natural philosophy, botany, and natural history. Readings include poetry and prose. Written exercises are provided.

Presents background information on Dixy Lee Ray, chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission, and on Elizabeth Scholtz, director of the Brooklyn Botanic Garden. (PS)

Chemical responses as active and precisely targeted as those of animal immune systems characterize the defenses plants mount against microbial/herbivoral predation and disease. Past and current research in this field is reported and discussed. Applications, such as the prediction of past outbreaks, are also discussed. (JN)

Trees of all varieties in mid-spring are surprising yet perfect examples of flowering plants. Provides descriptions and photographs of many trees that can be studied. (NEC)

In addition to being an actual source of foodstuffs in inhospitable climates and a potential source of a large portion of the world's food supply, hydroponic gardening is a useful technique in the classroom for illustrating the role of plant life in the world's food chain. (MB)

Attempts to dispel society's message that "real" boys should play sports, hunt, and fish, and not admit to liking flowers. The article states that a lesson in flower appreciation is useful in teaching many learning strategies, since flowers can be studied and experienced on a variety of different levels. Suggests many hands-on activities…