Project E.G.R.E.T. (Environmental Goals, Resources, and Educational Techniques) is designed to help the chapters of the Northeast Region of the National Audubon Society become more involved in environmental education in local areas. Describes project goals and packet of materials and resources available from the project. (BC)

Provided are foraging experiences and wild foods information for utilization in the urban school curriculum. Food uses are detailed for roses, dandelions, wild onions, acorns, cattails, violets and mints. (BT)

Presented are groups of books that could serve as basic environmental education libraries for four age categories: preschool to 8, 8 to 11, 11 to 14, and 14 to adult. The libraries are organized into basic ($25), intermediate ($50), and advanced ($75) amounts for each age category. (BT)

Describes a water discovery center which focuses on water ecology and conservation. Also describes nine instructional panels used with visiting school groups (or casual visitors) taking part in the four-hour program and related instructional materials containing pre- and post-visit activities. (BC)

Suggestions for science activities include growing a garbage garden, caring for a poinsettia, tending philodendrons, and setting up an environmental van. Directions are given for all of the activities. A listing of the exhibits developed for the van is included, as well as a bibliography. Activities are for all ages. (MA)

Discusses goals of Project WILD, an environmental and conservation program emphasizing wildlife. Includes instructions for using and sample of "dilemma cards" which allow students to read, discuss, make judgments, and write about hypothetical dilemmas concerning wildlife and/or natural resources. (BC)

Describes methodology for a fresh water life study with elementary through college age students with suggestions for proper equipment, useful guides, and other materials. Proposes an activity for the collection and study of plankton. Includes background information.(MCO)

This lesson plan uses evergreen trees on sale in cities and villages during the Christmas season to teach identification techniques. Background information, activities, and recommended references guides deal with historical, symbolic and current uses of evergreen trees, physical characteristics, selection, care, and suggestions for post-Christmas…

Describes an environmental education program that provides activity guides for elementary and secondary grades. Four sample activities focusing on the long-range effects of an action, vacation homes, wooden pencils, and favorite things are included. Objectives and procedures for each activity are presented along with additional information on the…