Suggests finding a bee tree as an interesting student activity for a science club. Much background material on bees is given, but few experiments or activities with the bees are suggested. (BR)

Describes various topics which can be used to organize lesson plans for elementary school activities concerning the theory of light. Lists general and specific objectives for the lesson plans. (MLH)

Describes school science activities in which students race model cars built from mousetraps, construct inventions using discarded junk, and compete in an egg dropping contest. (SL)

Instructional uses of paper are described. Some of these include tensile strength, water absorbtion, fish study, functioning of eye lenses, and flotation. (PS)

Experiences and experiments with mirrors will spark pupils' imaginations while providing insights into the nature and behavior of light. (Author/DF)

Describes problem-solving activities in the Unified Sciences and Mathematics for Elementary Schools (USMES) and Elementary Science Study (ESS) programs. Indicates that these curricula serve as excellent sources of activities to develop and improve their students' problem-solving skills. (Author/JN)

Describes simple activities to be used to help children to recognize the importance of earth's gravitation. Introductory mechanics involving acceleration, force, mass and weight are discussed. (HM)

Presents a mini-environment project as a valuable teaching tool for presenting ecology. The procedures for setting up a mini-desert in the classroom are presented as a model. Basic components of the mini-environment project are also included. (HM)

Outlines a 10-day unit in oceanography for the primary grades. Suggest stories, chalkboard work, topics for discussion, coloring projects, experiments, films, reference books, and topics for research projects. (CS)

Describes techniques for making laboratory glassware from discarded bottles, fluorescent tubes, and light bulbs. All materials needed are constructed from commonly available household items. (SL)

Presents a simple, graphical method for tracking the apparent motion of the Moon through a seven-day phase. Describes the necessary equipment, and the daily procedure for making observations. Includes suggested open-ended questions along with an appropriate reference. (JJK)

Presents 2 activities for students aged 8-12 in which students determine (1) whether or not earthworms can see white light; and (2) how an earthworm moves without legs. (MDH)

Lists over 30 outdoor science activities dealing with water formation, erosion, pollution, and other water-related topics. Provides, in addition, a selected bibliography of films, tapes, booklets and pamphlets, and filmstrips as additional reference materials. (CP)