Presented is a non-technical account of the geological appearance and history of the state of Iowa. Included are Iowa's landscape features, geologic events, and processes that shaped the landscape. Maps and numerous illustrations picture the events and landforms described. Each of the state's seven principal landform regions is discussed in…

Five procedures that science teachers might use with students who have difficulty in reading are outlined. (MK)

One approach used to teach a group of six hard-of-hearing and deaf children to solve word problems in addition and subtraction at the first- and second-grade levels is described. (Author/MK)

Directions for making a device that parents can use to help children practice basic skills are given. (MK)

A version of the game lotto or bingo that is useful in learning geometric concepts is described. (MK)

A game with a flexible format that can be used at any grade level and with almost any content is described. The game can be used to provide diagnostic information to the teacher, practice, review, or reinforcement. (MK)

A general discussion of cognitive development as it relates to measurement is presented. Suggested measurement activities are given. (MK)

Presents cost- and time-effective assessment technique for school counselors. The technique described, early recollections, uses children's early memories to help counselors discern a pattern of their behavior. Discusses assumptions upon which technique of early recollections is built and explains how to incorporate early recollections into…

Discusses psychoeducational strategies for teachers to employ when faced with depressed children in their classrooms. Describes student study teams as means to increase understanding and mobilize cooperation and commitment; outlines number of different strategies for individuals and groups within the classroom; and discusses use of art, music,…

Communities around the world is the theme of unit 10 of the Spanish as a Second Language Strand for grade three. Learning and assessment activities are designed to provide the English-dominant child with structures and vocabulary for effective communication in a bilingual environment. The language arts, math, and science activities help the…

The second unit of instructional and evaluation activities for a science/math curriculum in Spanish developed for first graders make up this teacher's guide. Kits five-eight, each covering a period of two to three weeks, present science and math instruction around the family. The guide lists focus, objective, and materials in English and Spanish…

Up to 33 million species share the earth; no one knows the exact number for sure. All over the world, many species are becoming extinct. This workbook is designed to help children become more aware of the concept of extinction, and to develop personal strategies for helping with the problem of endangered species. Included are 31 activities…

This newsletter, published eight times during the academic year, is intended for elementary teachers interested in open education. The newsletter includes descriptions of actual classroom projects, discussions of teaching techniques, and sources of curriculum and instructional materials. This issue contains a description of several sets of logic…

Collected within this booklet are examples of incidents involving interactions of a teacher with students, other teachers, administrators, and parent-community. Used in teacher education programs, these examples can provide pre-service teachers with a realistic view of what to expect in the classroom. Suggestions for use in pre-service teacher…

Suggestions are provided for creative activities with a selected list of children's periodicals. The periodicals were chosen as representative of those that are available for use by children, teachers, and library media specialists in the elementary through middle school (K-8) grades. Each magazine was examined by students working on degrees in…