Described is a woodlouse problem which provides a biological example for testing the Piagetian level of thinking reached by children. Sample data from administration of the problem is included. (SL)

Described are activities that can be performed in the classroom by observing living hermit crabs. Tips for the care, feeding, and keeping of crabs in the classroom are also included. (SL)

Described are various activities for studying the behavior of pill bugs (isopods) in the classroom. Details for constructing an observation box are also included. (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)

Describes the owls of the Rotating School Zoo which travels to all the schools in Seattle (Washington) for lecture-demonstrations in wildlife conservation. Outlines the behavior and major characteristics of owls. (JR)

Presents the results of a study designed to determine student preferences with respect to outdoor (natural history) study topics. A primary objective of the study was to obtain knowledge that might assist interpreters and educators to more effectively plan programs and activities that recognize measured predispositions of children. (JR)

Two percent agar gel is reported as a better medium for germination and growth studies. Students can be encouraged to undertake many simple experiments and make precise observations by using this medium. (PS)

Summarizes the history of the conflict between evolutionists'' and creationists'' concerning the content of biology textbooks based on the Science Framework for California Public Schools, and discusses the positions that have to be resolved by the California Board of Education. (AL)

Teaching of biology can be more exciting in schools if students are given experience with living animals and plants. Many living organisms can be maintained without much expense and care. Prospective teachers should be taught about taking care of living organisms. (PS)

Article describes a science lesson on body cleanliness. The students make an amoeba puppet soap mitt patterned after a real amoeba. (MM)

Provides instructions for setting up an indoor pond for the elementary school classroom. (CS)