Describes four elementary school earth science activities. Each student experience is designed to help children answer questions about the ocean floor, continental drift, volcanism and mountain chains. Includes a bibliography of related articles, books, and maps. (JM)

Described is a method for bringing the sea into the classroom by setting up a saltwater aquarium. Included is selection of an aquarium, filtering systems, water (whether natural salt or synthetic sea salts), bottom materials, setting up an aquarium, system stabilization, stocking an aquarium, and maintenance of the aquarium. (DS)

Presents an analysis of a recently published science textbook for grades 1 to 6. An evaluation of the process and content of the student text and teachers guide are given. (SA)

Charts basic information regarding national elementary science programs for children (grades K-8) or some combination in between. Includes the following information: project title, contact and address; overview description of program; present efforts in revision, completion, distribution; materials available; places using the program, commercial…

Diagrams a quick, improvised cardboard circuitry for battery holder, bulb socket, and switches. Materials include corrugated cardboard, paper clips, and rubber bands. Assembly useful in determining the electrical conductivity of substances. (CS)

Reports on a nationwide survey of elementary teachers about factors relating to the acquisition of science equipment and materials, including the amount of personal funds spent to enhance their science instruction. Reports that the average amount spent per teacher totaled $199 with the maximum amount being $2000 and a sizable group not spending…

Presents a trade book that can be used in teaching the life cycle of butterflies. Includes sample activities and Internet resources. (KHR)

Introduces research projects based on the Lewis and Clark journals that focus on building communication skills. Provides two outdoor activities for multidisciplinary learning and numerous science investigations. (KHR)

Describes a kindergarten science program, concerning astronomy, designed to introduce scientific concepts into the curriculum at an early age. Specific activities in conjunction with the unit are detailed. (BR)

Describes construction of an inexpensive mini-balance and activities involving small weights and the metric system. (BR)

Describes the use of the "Arcane (mysterious) Can" which is a "tin" can which is permanently sealed, both air- and water-tight, by means of a home canning device. The canning procedure permits the use of a large variety of materials which can not be utilized in the ordinary mystery box. This Can activity is valuable for…

Describes a science project prepared in partial fulfillment of a graduate course in elementary school science taken by the writer to improve his understanding of elementary school curriculum and to make social studies more interdisciplinary. An environmental topic was chosen and open-ended activities generated and described. (EB)