Outlined are photographic techniques for science instruction. Discussed are equipment, field photography, classroom photography, and aquarium photography. (SL)

Described are techniques for studying spiders in the field. Included is a description of the spider's web building techniques with diagrams, and methods of photographing spider webs. (SL)

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)

Introduces six evaluation instruments which measure student opinion of classroom climate. Provides examples of their uses, along with comments of teachers who have used the instruments. (CP)

Describes a project for sixth-grade science class students designed to encourage them to save energy at home, and to calculate the savings on their monthly bill. (GA)

Examines six science books in reference to their reading levels as determined by the Fry, SMOG, and Fog formulas. A disparity in calculated values is noted and explained to be the result of the use of different comprehension levels by the formulas. Suggestions concerning the selection of science reading materials for the classroom are provided.…

Discusses a ten-step program that utilizes both a steering committee and a teachers committee for textbook selection; recommended for selecting textbooks in any discipline in any school involving a large number of teachers. (MLH)

Described is a packet of instructional materials presenting case studies of six environmental issues. The political processes, moral dilemmas, and alternate sides of each issue are presented. An instructor's guide is included. (SL)

Described is a method of utilizing nomographs to increase student interest in mathematical computations, an experiment dealing with freezing water which students can perform at home, and a technique for interdisciplinary lesson planning. (SL)

A rebuttle to the NSTA publication, "Safety in the Classroom" is given. Opinions of the author are substantiated by research and the references are included. (SA)

Described is a state-wide project developed at Washington State University designed to communicate information about innovative curricula in science, mathematics, and social studies at elementary and middle school levels. Summer workshops, ongoing evaluations, and compilation of "a resource roster of teachers" are included in the…

Author describes utilizing both cerebral hemispheres of the brain (the intuitive-metaphoric and rational-logical mind) in teaching science so that creativity in students can be fostered. (BR)