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Gifted And Talented Education – Akron Public Schools – Akron, Oh USA

SCIENCE MATERIALS FOR USE WITH GIFTED AND TALENTED STUDENTS

Housed at:

Ott Staff Development Center 65 Steiner Avenue

Akron, Ohio 44301 330-761-3069

Compiled by the Office of Gifted and Talented Education

Akron Public Schools

Items listed in the resource guide are available for a three-week time period loan. Call 761-3069 to request the items for classroom use. They will be sent in the pony if small enough or may be picked up in Room 202 at Ott SDC if arrangements have been made in advance. Delivery is also available in some instances. Demonstration lessons in your classroom using the following materials are also available to any teacher in the Akron Public School System. The items with */** refer to personal items of the Gifted and Talented Coordinator. They are also available for classroom use.

KEY: E = ELEMENTARY, M = MIDDLE SCHOOL, H = HIGH SCHOOL


SCIENCE Adventures with Rocks and Minerals: Geology Experiments for Young People .............E, M Contains 30 simple, fun experiments that can be done at home or at school. Each experiment is illustrated with drawings and clearly states the materials needed, procedures to follow, observations to look for and discusses the results. Alaska ABC Book .........................................................................................................................E An ABC book based upon Alaska. Alaska's Forests and Wildlife ...........................................................................................E, M, H Teacher background information, illustrations, and resources, student activities and investigation. All About Time..............................................................................................................................E A First Discovery Book in which young children can see the minutes tick by on a digital watch, see day become night on a different side of the world, and observe the changing seasons. Amazing Air ............................................................................................................................E, M This practical book invites you to join in the adventure of science and to explore your world around you by doing your own exciting scientific experiments. Find out all about air with this book as your guide. You'll have fun making your own discoveries, and often you'll end up with something to keep or eat. Amazing Space Almanac, The ................................................................................................... M Learn all about extraterrestrial life, mysteries of the universe, living in space, mission disasters, human junk in orbit and much more. Animal Babies................................................................................................................................E Squzzle Puzzle related to animal babies. Animal Kingdom, The: Science Themes for Primary Children (teacher's manual) ..............E The Animal Kingdom is a theme that suggests ways a teacher can plan structured learning experiences for an integrated curriculum on various ability levels. The major content focus is drawn from the life sciences: biology, ecology, and environmental studies. Animal Kingdom, The. .................................................................................................................E Activity book. Animals ........................................................................................................................................ M Book that features science activity sheets which provide youngsters with a variety of interesting and challenging science-related experiences using puzzles, cutouts, hidden pictures, grids, charts, and seek-a-words. Animals ........................................................................................................................................ M An activity book designed to promote a better understanding of the Animal Kingdom through projects, quizzes, experiments and charts. Apples Units (COSI).......................................................................................…............ ..............E


COSI Apple Activity pack. Arctic Animal Babies......................................................................................…............. .............E Pictures to color. Astronomy.. ............ ...................................................................................………….........….E, M A fascinating fact file and learn-it-yourself project book. Astronomy............... ..................................................................................... ..........................M, H This handy guide introduces the reader to the night sky. Includes: full-color illustrations, expert text on both the theoretical and practical aspects of astronomy, 22 star charts and 8 pages of moon maps, and advice on how to observe and draw celestial objects. Astronomy and Space, Complete Book of .......................... .......................................……...E, M Get a surface-eye view of the planets! See stars exploding, black holes forming, and zoom through the solar system with comets and asteroids. Navigate the night sky using the clear, detailed maps. Assignment: EARTH (What kids can do to save the planet--An All School Revue).......... , M Includes 8 exciting, original Unison/2-Part songs in this contemporary 30-minute all-school revue featuring styles from Broadway to pop and from rap to rock. These songs are flexible enough to perform with one class or an entire school! Astronomy…………………………………………………………………………………….E,M Supplementary materials and assignments covering a wide range of astronomic topics. Astronomy For Every Kid: 101 Easy Experiments That Really Work.......... ............. ......E, M Now you can discover the answers to fascinating questions about basic astronomy. Each experiment is broken down into its purpose, a list of materials, step-by-step instructions, expected results, and an easy to understand explanation. Atlas of Plants................................................................……..........…................................……..E Introduces young children to the wide variety of plants that grow in the jungles, forests, deserts, and other areas all over the world. Atlas of the Earth....................... .....................................................…................................……..E Children will learn about how the Earth was formed, visit rich plains and barren steppes, see the snow-covered Alps and the Sahara Desert, and journey to the North and South poles. Atoms and Molecules................. ............. ..............................................…..................................M An Engine-Uity mini center. Atoms and Molecules.................. ............ .............................................…...................................M Reveals the inner workings of the atom and includes the background to some historic discoveries and inventions, such as the atom bomb. It also looks at the latest scientific developments, including atomic art and the atom's role in the search for a cure for AIDS. Awesome Experiments in Force and Motion.............................................................. …..........M


Demonstrate inertia with a card shot trick, use a cardboard rocket ship to find the center of gravity, make your own "great salt lake" to display buoyancy, show the push and pull of air currents with a water tower, create "motion madness" with balloon cars. Ordinary, easy-to-find materials are all you need to get moving on these fun-filled investigations. Balloon Science: A science book bursting with more than 50 balloon experiments and activities...................................................... .................... .................................…....................E, M This book presents 54 breathtaking science experiments for kids, all using ordinary balloons and such simple household items as plastic bottles, modeling clay, and vanilla extract. Batteries and Magnets Book........................ ................................................................................E Full of fascinating science activities for young children to do at home. Every colorful page reveals an exciting new experiment or project to try, from making refrigerator magnet and battery-powered fans to building a transistor radio! Bears...............................................................................................................................................E An Engine-Uity Prima Center Kit with language arts, math, science, and social studies activities for grades 1 and 2. This thematic, multi-curricular unit contains: 36 ready-to-cut task cards; oral, kinesthetic, and written activities; a math manipulative Special Activity; bibliographies, a step-by-step teacher's guide; decorative figures and precut railroad board to simplify center construction. Beautiful Junk: Creative Classroom Uses for Recyclable Materials......... ............... .........E, M Explains over 200 creative ways to recycle boxes, cans, flyers, and other throwaways into classroom equipment and materials for student projects. Ben Franklin Book of Easy and Incredible Experiments………………………………E,M,H Use common objects such as cooking oil, a glass bottle, or pieces of colored cloth to chart the Gulf Stream, predict the weather, or measure how much a molecule weighs. Beyond the Classroom: Exploration of Schoolyard and Backyard............ ............. ..........E, M Collection of 33 activities to make it easy for teachers to involve their students in the science of the world around them. Big Book of Knowledge................................ ............ .............................….............................E, M Over 1,250 questions and answers on nature, history, science, technology, and culture. Big Green Umbrella.................................................. .........................….......................................E An Engine-Uity Prima Center Kit with language arts, math, science, and social studies activities for grades 2 and 3. This thematic, multi-curricular unit contains: 36 ready-to-cut task cards; oral, kinesthetic, and written products; a structured research project; a step-by-step teacher's guide; decorative figures and precut railroad board to simplify center construction. Biological Science: Hands-on Activities to Promote Student Involvement.... ............... ....E, M This book is designed--through a project-oriented, hands-on approach--to put science investigation in the hands of the students. You'll find easy-to-do activities featuring these science concepts: botany, tropism, nutrition, biological phenomena, insects, biological art and microbiology.


Biology For Every Kid...............................................................…......................... ................E, M Gives kids a chance to share in some of the fun of biology while learning basic scientific methods and terminology. Birds Coloring Book, Field Guide to the ……………………………….…… ...............E, M, H The quickest, most enjoyable way to learn about nature is by coloring your own field guide. Features: all the common species of North America, clear descriptions of each species, and realistic scenes of natural habitats. Black Pioneers of Science and Invention................................................ ................…..........E, M This book lifts from obscurity 14 remarkably gifted black Americans who played crucial roles in this country's scientific and industrial progress. Blue Ice in Motion: The Story of Alaska's Glaciers............................................. ................E, M Learn many fascinating facts about glaciers and ice. This book is filled with colorful photographs of Alaska's spectacular glaciers, detailed illustrations and natural science experiments to help readers of all ages understand the wonders of glacial ice. Body Systems…………………………………………………………………………………..M Filled with charts and explanations that provide basic information about each of out major body systems and our five senses. Includes complete answer key. Bodyworks............................................................................................. ................ ..................E, M An Engine-Uity learning center about the human body. Includes: 72 ready-to-cut task cards, bonus activities, step-by-step teacher's guide. bibliographies, and bulletin board letters. Boomerang Book.............................. .............. .............................…........................................E, M An introduction to the art of throwing, the science of understanding, and the need for avoiding the Australian boomerang, an object which flies in accordance with advanced principles of aerodynamics but in defiance of every shred of common sense. Bottle Biology: exploring the world through soda bottles and other recyclables..............E, M Learn how to explore science and the environment with soda bottles and other recyclable materials. Model a rainforest, create a spider habitat, observe the lifecycle of slime mold, explore the ecosystem, and make Korean kimchee. Bugwise: 30 incredible insect investigations and arachnid activities...... ................ ...........E, M Butterflies and beetles, moths and mosquitoes, dragonflies, damselflies, mayflies, fruit flies, and hoe flies--these bugs and many more scurry through the pages of this book, an eye-opening look at the world of insects and spiders. Buildings.........................................................…..............................… ................. ………….M, H A new generation of illustrated pocket books. Systematically organized for easy access to information. Quick reference section contains timeline, lists, glossary, and index. Buildings by Design.........................................................…........ .......................................…E, M Gives the answers to questions and provides a fascinating insight into the world's structures. It


will tell you how they stay up, and how they have evolved to be superbly adapted to their various functions. Butterfly Curriculum, The........................ ...................................................................................E Suggested activities for kindergarten through grade two using the Butterfly Garden School Kit. Car Builder (CD-ROM and packet)..................................................................................... .....M Design, construct, and test your own cars. Catch Them Thinking in Science: A Handbook of Classroom Strategies.........................E, M Helps educators emphasize and teach thinking skills in science with topics that feature salamanders, frogs, planets, fungi, elements, compounds, and much more! Chemistry........................................….………………............... ………….................................M Hands-on experiments and interdisciplinary activities Chemistry Concepts..................................................................................................………..E, M Over 40 activities, games, and experiments are featured in this book. With the idea of helping students grasp the basics of chemistry, various projects are both challenging and motivating but inexpensive and easy to prepare. Chemistry for Every Kid............................................................................................. ...........E, M Have fun while you learn simple chemistry from a solution of colored water, and the behavior of gases with the help of a soda bottle. Through these and other activities, you'll explore the structure of matter, the workings of acids, gases, solutions, and much more. Chemistry Magic: Learning chemistry through fun-filled experiments...... ............... .....M, H Takes on an informative and entertaining look at the properties of chemistry and presents them in activities a young chemist or magician will find intriguing and exciting! City Kid's Field Guide, The.............................. .............. .................................…..................E, M Shows how dozens of species have learned to survive--and even thrive--in their human-made surroundings and is full of tips for finding and observing wildlife in any North American town or city. Classroom 2061: Activity-Based Assessments in Science Integrated with Mathematics and Language Arts................................…............. ............................................ ............................E, M This hands-on classroom resource furnishes a set of carefully crafted, integrated performance assessments and offers practical guidelines for educators to develop similar assessments of their own. Climate.......................................... ........................................................... ................................E, M An Engine-Uity mini center. Constructions for Children: Projects in Design Technology...................... ..............................E This innovative teaching strategy makes the most of children's natural tendencies to expand and transform everyday materials into imaginative creations. As they explore materials and their own skills to find the best way to achieve goals, students develop a sense of accomplishment and


confidence in their own abilities. Coral Reef Coloring Book...... .................................................................................... ............E, M Informational coloring book. Count Alaska's Colors ......................................................................................................………E A counting book that teaches about Alaska’s animals Crime Lab Chemistry.............................................................................................................E, M Students become crime lab chemists as they seek to determine which pen was used to write a “ransom note.” Students explore solubility, pigments and separation of mixtures. Creative, Hands-on Science Experiences.............................................. .............. ..................E, M This book focuses on the use of common, everyday materials, some of which can be obtained for free, purchased rather inexpensively, or found around the home, school, or in the community. Creepy Crawlies............................. ...........................................................…................................E An Engine-Uity Prima Center Kit with language arts, math, science, and social studies activities for grades 1 and 2. This thematic, multi-curricular unit contains: 36 ready-to-cut task cards; oral, kinesthetic, and written activities; a card game Special Activity; bibliographies, a step-by-step teacher's guide; decorative figures and precut railroad board to simplify center construction. Crime Scene Investigations: Real-life science activities for the elementary grades ...............E Like real-life forensic scientists, students observe carefully, organize and record data, think critically, and conduct simple tests to solve crimes ranging from theft to dog-napping to vandalism and water pollution. Crime Scene Investigation: Real-life science labs for grades 6-12 .................................... M, H Like real-life forensic scientists, students observe carefully, think critically, conduct lab tests, document results, and try to meet the burden of proof to solve crimes ranging from check forgery to murder! Day of the Moon Shadow: Tales with Ancient Answers to Scientific Questions ............... , M Explore intriguing scientific questions from the perspective of contemporary science and from the viewpoint of the ancients with this unique multicultural and scientific resource. The Deep Blue Sea..................................................... ........................................................….......E An Engine-Uity Prima Center Kit with language arts, math, science, and social studies activities for grades 2 and 3. This thematic, multi-curricular unit contains: 36 ready-to-cut task cards; oral, kinesthetic, and written activities; a collection of 6 hands-on science experiments; bibliographies, a step-by-step teacher's guide; decorative figures and precut railroad board to simplify center construction. Deserts and Dry Lands............................................... ................ ................................................M Looks at some of the most unfriendly but beautiful places on Earth. Discover why deserts have developed where they are. See how plants and animals cope with the lack of water. Find out how overfarming has caused deserts to spread.


Desktop Science...............................................….......... .............. ............................................E, M Geology and botany from the ground up. 20 opportunities for hands-on experimentation and exploration that also build observation and data collection skills. Detective Science ...........................................................................................................................E 40 crime-solving, case-breaking, crook-catching activities for kids. Search for evidence, gather clues, and discover how science can help solve a mystery. Dinosaurs........................................................................ ............................…...............................E This series of fact books is designed to stimulate the interest of early readers. Fascinating information is clearly presented in large type. The realistic illustrations will help youngsters enjoy practicing their reading and a section at the end of the book encourages the child's participation through observation and memory. Dinosaurs..................................................................….............................................. ...................E An "All-About Coloring Book" with a fun-to-color pull-out poster. Dinosaurs (teacher's guide)..........................................................…..... .............. ...................E, M Multidisciplinary activities: social studies, math, language arts, science, art, and music. Dinosaurs (student activity booklet).................................................................. ..…..............E, M Multidisciplinary activities: social studies, math, language arts, science, art, and music. Dinosaurs..................................................................................... .............................….................E An Engine-Uity Prima Center Kit with language arts, math science, and social studies activities for grades 1 and 2. This thematic, multi-curricular unit contains: 36 ready-to-cut task cards; oral, kinesthetic, and written activities; a Create-a-Creature Special Activity; bibliographies, a step-by-step teacher's guide; decorative figures and precut railroad board to simplify center construction. Dinosaurs: Big and Small (coloring and activity book).............................................................E Travel back in time with your children to learn about the greatest beasts that ever lived. Dinosaurs, Discovering (coloring and activity book)...................................................…..........E Travel back in time with your children to learn about the greatest beasts that ever lived. Dinosaurs, Giant (coloring and activity book)............................. ..............................................E Travel back in time with your children to learn about the greatest beasts that ever lived. Dinosaurs" Prehistoric Animals (coloring and activity book)..................................................E Travel back in time with your children to learn about the greatest beasts that ever lived. Dinosaurs: Questivities (set #1)............................................................................. .................E, M "Questioning Activities" that promote active questioning for individuals, partners, and groups. Disasters!............................................................................…............................ ......................E, M Background information, activities, and projects to teach about earthquakes, hurricanes,


volcanoes, and other forces of nature. Earth and How It Works, The………………………………………………………………E,M Investigates the forces at work on our planet, Packed with imaginative cutaways and colorful overviews, it explains how the mountains are formed, why the oceans are expanding, and how continents. Earth Day…………………………………………………………………………………….E,M An informative folder that includes suggestions of Earth Day activities. Earth Explained………….…………..……….……………….…….…. ............ .…………..E, M Here is the real story of our planet. An in-depth look at our place in the solar system, an investigation into the dynamic, ever moving forces inside the Earth, and a detailed exploration of the Earth we see around us every day. Earth Friendly………….…………....………….…………….….……............... ….……….…M Simulation Series: Students will participate in cooperative learning groups to create an ecologically sound city, an environment that provides a safe dwelling for all wildlife and plant life, pollution-free air, and freedom from the threat of toxic waste and nuclear disaster. Earthquake 7.1 ....................................................................................................................... M, H San Francisco Bay Area earthquake October 17, 1989. Earth Science............................................................................................ ............. .….................M An Engine-Uity learning center about our incredible planet. Includes: 72 ready-to-cut task cards, bonus activities, step-by-step teacher's guide. bibliographies, and bulletin board letters. Earth Science for Every Kid: 101 Experiments that Really Work........ .............. ..............E, M Now you can learn the answers about the earth, sea and air through 101 fun, safe, low-cost experiments and activities that can be performed at home or in the classroom. Earth's Treasures..............................…........................................................……................ ..E, M Set your eyes on adventure as you delve into the Earth to uncover its precious natural resources. You'll be amazed at the beauty, value, and magic these treasures provide. Eco-Inquiry...............................................................................................…....................... ....E, M A guide to ecological learning experiences for the upper elementary/middle grades. Ecology is a Class Act.......................................................….............................. ............... ....M, H A 6-th-12th grade curriculum consisting of six modules for studying global resource issues and taking steps to bring the school campus into environmental balance. Edison Etc........................................…............................................................. ..................E, M, H Includes 45 experiments that work you through static electricity and magnetism, introduce you to circuit electricity, and present several project ideas on electrochemistry. Topics include static electricity, magnetism, circuit electricity, electrochemistry, and 8 experiments using a Van de Graff generator.


Electricity…………………………………………………………………………………..…M,H Folder of transparencies that illustrate generators, motors, etc. Electricity and Magnetism………….…………..……….………….…...…… ...............…..E, M Investigations in Science: hands-on activities, interdisciplinary activities. Encyclopedia of Our Earth………….…………..……….………….…...……… ............... ….M Explains the atmosphere, jungles and forests, ice caps and glaciers, seas and oceans, earthquakes and volcanoes, measuring, maps, and humanity's effect on the world. Endangered Animals………….…………....………….………….………….… ...............…….E Young children can learn about animals all over the world whose survival is threatened. Children will take a journey around the world and visit some of the most beautiful and rare animals on Earth. Endangered Animals: Units and Activities to Increase Awareness Knowledge ................... M This text and teaching unit begin by introducing students to the topic of endangered species. The culminating activities tie together the information studied. Endangered Animals Zoobooks (10 copies)................................…........................................ , M Explains in a simple way how animals have become either endangered or extinct and how students can help. Endangered Species………….…………....………….………….………….… ............... ….…M Simulation Series: Students participate in a debate in which they speculate in the topic of endangered species. During their travels, they will learn about fragile ecologies, discover the impact man has on nature, solve ecological problems, and develop a deeper appreciation of their ecological responsibilities. Energy………….…………....………….………….………….………….……… ............... ..E, M Defining energy, analyzing different forms of energy, and studying methods of conserving energy are the focus of Energy. Placing emphasis on learning through hands-on experience, Energy contains new and innovative ways students can learn about one of the most vital aspects of our life. Engineering the City: How Infrastructure Works .........................................................MS, HS This book tells the story of infrastructure as it developed through history along with the growth of cities. Experiments, projects, and construction diagrams show how these structures are built, how they work and how they affect the environment of the city and land outside it. Environmental Detectives ....................................................................................................E, MS This unit conveys solid scientific content and research-related inquiry skills, while placing science in a real-world context. Students solve an environmental mystery. Exploratorium Science Snackbook, The (teacher's guide)……………… ....................E, M, H Written by teachers, for teachers, shows how to build exciting, hands-on science exhibits for the classroom.


Explore Through Science and Technology………………………………………………….M An informative magazine full of Earth-friendly activities and reproducible handouts and transparencies. Exploring Energy………….…………....………….………….………….……................…E, M Power from the sun, muscles, fuel, machines, inventions, and atoms. Exploring Our World ............................................................................................................ M, H 28 gatefolds of the world’s ecological zones. Provides a wonderful primer for understanding the natural landscapes and seascapes as well as the human influences into which these new approaches perforce must fit. Exploring Space………….…………....………….………….………….……… ........... ..….…M An Engine-Uity mini center. 50 Nifty Scientific Fair Projects.............................................................................................E, M This book is loaded with great ideas for putting together projects about magnetism, electricity, visual perception, and more. 50 Nifty Super Science Experiments………………………………….………….. ..............E, M In these mind-bending experiments, you'll work with magnets, pendulums, gyroscopes, and other fun scientific tools. Fingerprinting (teacher's guide)……...…………………………………………….............E, M The fingers-on activities in this unit allow you and your students to explore the similarities and variations of fingerprints. Students explore the intricacies of fingerprints by taking their own prints, devising their own methods of classification, and practicing classification with the standard system. Fire, Friend or Enemy?……...…………………………………..……………… ................ .E, M Source of light and heat, the magician that transforms our lives. First Encyclopedia of Science…………………………………………………… ................…..E Here is the ideal introduction to science for elementary-school children--an illustrated, easy-to-read science encyclopedia packed with facts on every science subject young readers might need to look up. 5:04 PM – The Great Earthquake of 1989........................................................................... M, H A pictorial of the devastation in Santa Cruz County. Five Senses, The (Young Scientists Explore)…………………………………................……..E Features science activity sheets which provide youngsters with a variety of interesting and challenging science-related experiences using puzzles, cutouts, hidden pictures, grids, charts, and seek-a-words. Fizz, Bubble & Flash: Element Explorations & Atom Adventures .................................E, MS Discover, through investigation and creation, what elements have to do with your everyday life.


Flexible Molecular Model Kit, The…………………………………………… ...............…E, M Fusion Energy………………………………………………………...………….................. M, H Sam Focus comic books (32 copies) and slide show (70 slide) Geology………….…………....………….………….………….………….……............... ….…M An Engine-Uity mini center. Girls & Young Women Inventing ....................................................................................MS, HS This three-part book discusses young inventors and their lives, the inventing process, and facts about female inventors in history. Global Alert! ………….…………....………….………….………….…………............ ……...M Understanding the environment problems facing our planet such as: acid rain, save our seas, the destruction of animal environments and more. Glues, Brews, and Goos………….…………....………….…….…….….………................ .E, M With hundreds of recipes and formulas for activities that range from creating invisible ink and growing crystal gardens to working with papier-mâché and baking sourdough bread. Graphic Organizers for Science ..........................................................................................E, MS Chapters are grouped around topics in earth science, physical science, life science, and technology. The organizers range from sequence chains, concept maps, and webs to flow charts, Venn diagrams, and combinations of these standard forms. Great Inventions………….…………....………………….…….…….….……................….E, M Atmospheric illustrations, strong photographs and lively text engage and encourage readers to discover for themselves the world around them. Explains the inside intricacies of machines. Hands-on Archaeology: Learn History through Science…………………… ................ ……M Help your students learn about the past through archaeology. From creating simulated archaeology digs in your classroom to taking field trips to digs in your community, this book is a teacher's how-to for teaching archaeology. Hands-on Science for the Active Learning Classroom………………….......................E, M, H This book is a must-have resource for science teachers, offering 90 exciting, inexpensive, and easy-to-use experiments that can be implemented immediately into you daily science lessons. Herbs………….…………....………….………….………….………….…… .............. …....M, H This pocket-sized nature guide illustrates the beauty and appeal of herbs. Includes: over 200 beautiful color illustrations, details of distribution, natural habitats, and properties and usages of each herb, historical references to the myths and legends surrounding these plants, and growing tips for cultivating herbs. Home For Pearl, A (video and instructional guide).…………....………….................……….E An educational video that teaches young people from ages 6 to 12 about wildlife habitats. How the Earth Works………….…………....…………….…………………................…...E, M


100 ways parents and kids can share the secrets of the earth. How the Universe Works………….…………....…………………………................……...E, M 100 ways parents and kids can share the secrets of the universe. How the Weather Works………….…………....……………………………................…...E, M 100 ways parents and kids can share the secrets of the atmosphere. How Things Are Made………….…………....……………………………................……...E, M Explains the processes for making everyday "things," from licorice to jumbo jets. How Things Work………….…………..…………………………………….................…...E, M 100 ways parents and kids can share the secrets of technology. How to Make Origami Airplanes that Fly………….…………....………................……...E, M This clearly written, carefully illustrated how-to book combines the ancient art of origami and the modern recreation of paper airplanes to produce a 20th-century innovation: artfully constructed origami airplanes that actually fly. How to Make Things Grow………….…………………………....……................………...E, M Want to plant an orange pit or a flower garden? Make a bottle garden or grow "green hair"? Just follow the easy directions in this book. How Science Works………….…………....……………...………….….. ..............….….E, M, H Here is an exciting and highly original "hands-on" introduction to the world of science for all the family. How Your Body Works………….…………………………...…....… ...............…………...E, M Discover the wonders of the human body in beautifully detailed pictures and clear text. An illustrated timeline shows the story of medicine from prehistory to present day. Hug A Tree and Other Things to do Outdoors with Young Children…................………….E Each of the learning experiences in this book has a suggested age level, a clear description of what will be done, and suggestions for follow-up learning. Special emphasis is placed on using natural environments for learning language, spatial and mathematical relationships, and much more. Human Body: How it Works………….…………..….….………….… .............. ….…….…...M Contains: how our muscles move, why we can taste different flavors, how hearing affects balance, why we jump when we are frightened, and much more! Human Body J-I-N-G-O………….…………....…………..…………..................……...E, M, H A BINGO style game--fun for all ages. Complete for up to 32 players. Human Skeleton Activity Kit………….………….…………………………............... .…...E, M National Geographic curiosity kit: glow-in-the-dark human skeleton activity kit. Look inside at your skeletal, circulatory, and digestive systems with a life-size human model you paint and build yourself.


Incredible Edibles: Science you can eat!.………….…………………………..............…...E, M Designed to be an incredible, hands-on science experience. Over 200 students can participate at the same time, moving from one station to another. The activities have been selected to encourage experimentation, creativity, higher-order thinking, and FUN with science. Incredible Everything………….……………………………………………..... ................ ...E, M How things are made--from chocolate to false teeth and race cars to rockets. Insect Biology………….…………………………....…………………………… ................…...E An indispensable source of project ideas for students and teachers, this book contains more than 40 fun and educational insect biology experiments. These hands-on projects teach young experimenters about insect behavior, ecology, forms, functions, and significance to man. Integrating Technology into the Curriculum.………………………….……..................…….E An excellent resource for classroom teachers looking for ways to use technology to extend their elementary curriculum. Intermediate Science through Children’s Literature..........................................................E, M Build the scientific literacy of your intermediate-grade students with this resource. Inventing Stuff………….…………………………....……...………….……...............…E, M, H Get your idea-factory rolling with this engaging book. Sharpen your critical thinking and problem-solving skills as you enjoy creating something unique. Invention Book………….…………………………....……………………… ...............……E, M From inspiration to prototype, everything you need to know. Featuring easy at-home projects to start now, plus 35 Great American Invention Stories. Inventions………….…………………………....…………………………….................. .…M, H A new generation of illustrated pocket books. Systematically organized for easy access to information. Quick reference section contains timeline, lists, glossary, and index. Inventions from Outer Space………….…………………………....………...................E, M, H Everyday uses for NASA technology. Inventions, Inventors & You………….…………………………....…………................ .…E, M A comprehensive unit that will not only acquaint students with significant inventions and inventors but will also give them techniques for being more creative and inventive. This book takes invention out of the history book and brings it to life. Inventions, Robots, Future………….…………………………....……...……….….............. , M The activities in this book have been selected especially for gifted students in grades 4 through 8 and are designed to challenge them and to help them develop and apply higher-level thinking skills. The Inventive Thinking Curriculum Project………….…………………… ..................…E, M One of the many projects included in this national outreach program. It should be used in


conjunction with a thinking skills program as a means of applying critical and creative thinking and problem-solving skills through the activity of creating an innovation or invention. Inventors and Inventions............................................................................................................ M An Engine-Uity learning center about creative ideas and processes for grades 5-6. Includes 72 ready-to-cut task cards keyed to Bloom’s taxonomy, bonus activities, step-by-step teacher’s guide, bibliographies, and bulletin board letters. Investigator Slide Strips and Guide ......................................................................................E, M Each Investigator Slide Set includes 24 images that are designed to be viewed through the Investigator Slide Viewer. Each strip reveals an exciting new world to young scientists; the accompanying guide carefully describes each image, and includes fun facts for curious minds. Available sets include: Germs, Grime, & Grunge; Human Body-The Inside Stuff; Insects Up Close; Microscopic Mysteries I & II; and Pond Paradise. Jungles and Rainforests………….……………………………….......…….................….…E, M Looks at the world's richest and most endangered habitats. From Amazonia to Indonesia and from Africa to Canada, there are amazing jungles and rainforests. This book shows how we can all help to save our planet from disaster. Kaleidoscopes………….……………………………….......……...……….……… ............ ..E, M Kitchen Science (kit)………….……………………………….......……...………................E, M Experience science in action. With hands-on activities like these, you'll uncover some of the most amazing science secrets in the world--right in your own kitchen. The Knowledge Network………….……………………………..……...………..................E, M This book provides the inquisitive young reader with an abundance of fun-filled information on a multitude of subjects. Latimer, Lewis Howard: A Black Inventor………….…………....………….................... M, H A biography and related experiments you can do. Learning About Learning………….…………………………....………………… ............... ..M A unique unit of study. It allows students to investigate the topic of learning from several different perspectives. Life………….…………………………………………………………………………............... M Explore the microscope world of cells, find out how living things survive, and investigate the origins of life. Life on Earth………….…………………………………………………………… ...............….E This detailed, information-packed book is an ideal first introduction for young children to many fascinating aspects of the lives and habits of animals and the secrets of the plant kingdom. Light and Sound………….……………………………………………………….................E, M Investigations in science: hands-on experiments, interdisciplinary activities.


Light Fantastic………….…………………………………………………………… ............. , M Find out all about light with this book as your guide. Clear, precise text and full-color illustrations lead you step-by-step through a wide range of experiments. A Light Unit………….…………………………....…………………..………………............. .M (Grade 5, but adaptable for most middle grade science curricula) Involves the study of light and/or electricity. Liquid Magic………….………………………………………………………...…… ............. , M Find out about all kinds of liquids with this book as your guide. Clear, precise text and full-color illustrations lead you step-by-step through a wide range of experiments. Magic Science Tricks………….………………...…………………………………... ............. , M You'll find out how to do lots of tricks and more--and you'll find out why they work too. Then you can put on a Super-magic Science Show for your friends. Magnetic Explorer………….………………...……………………………………... ............. , M Magnet kit. Magnets………….………………...…………………………………….…………................. , M A fascinating fact file and learn-it-yourself project book. Magnets and Batteries………….………………...………………………………….… .............E Lively questions and clear action photographs are combined in this bright new series of practical science books, specially designed for young readers. Magnets and Magnetism (kit)………….………………...…………………..…….. ............E, M Items in this kit include 2 small horseshoe and 2 bar magnets, iron filings enclosed in a plastic container, a booklet with experiments for kids to try, and a double-size card featuring a magnet board game. Magnets and Motors………….…………………...……...…………………..…….. ............E, M Student activity book. Magnet Magic………….…………………………….…...…………..…………….…......... .E, M A collection of science/magic activities that explores the science of magnetism--and the tricky things you can do with magnets--like no other book ever has. Magnet Science………….…………………………….…...……………………….…..........E, M Uncover the fascinating secrets of magnets with a wide variety of fun activities and experiments. Make games, tricks, and toys. Mammals ............................................................................................................................E, M, H From anteaters to zebras, the fully illustrated pages of this book provide fascinating insights from all over the world. Crammed with amazing facts, charts, diagrams, and classification tables, this is an essential and authoritative guide for animal lovers of all ages. Mammoth Book of Fascinating Information………….…………………………...............E, M


An uncommon history of the commonplace: Extraordinary facts about all kinds of things you use and see everyday. Includes hundreds of fascinating and unusual pictures. Marine Biology………….………………...…..……………………………………... ...........E, M Since the dawn of mankind, our world's oceans have provided us with a menagerie of beauty as well as mystery. This book offers students a basic understanding of marine life through the use of twelve identification activities, several puzzles, experiments, and other various fun-filled, challenging projects. Marine Mammals of Alaska………….………………...…..…………….………................. , HS A colorful, well-organized manual designed to facilitate identification of mammals by fisherman and other observers. Its handy size, spiral binding, sturdy stock and easily comprehensible format will assist its quick perusal at sea. Matter………….………………...…..……………………..………………………................. , M Hands-on experiments, interdisciplinary activities. Reproducibles for: overhead transparencies, experiments, student activities, and a scientific glossary. Microcosms Curriculum Guide to Exploring Microbial Space.................................... ….M, H Through hands-on activities, microbes are presented not only as crucial for the survival for larger beings like ourselves and the planet, but as vehicles for learning. Microscope, Complete Book of the........................................................................................M, H A breathtaking introduction to an extraordinary new world. Fantastic photographs, a thousand or even a million times larger than life. Reveals flies’ eyes, flu viruses, and even individual atoms. Microscope, Fun with Your ....................................................................................................... M Even everyday stuff looks strange under the microscope--including the blade of grass and clothes-dryer lint in these pictures! Great photographs and drawings, and winning science fair suggestions, will inspire you to come up with some big ideas of your own! Microworlds (5 study activity book and 1 teacher's guide) ……………….….…….. .............E Hands-on science activities using microscopes for up-close looks at our world. Minds on Science………….………………...………………………………….………..............E (Grade 3) Lessons to link science and thinking skills. Moon Journals: Writing, Art, and Inquiry Through Focused Nature Study ....................... M One of our greatest sources of wonder--the moon--becomes the focus of a classroom inquiry in this vivid illustration of integrated curriculum at its finest. More Science Secrets ....................................................................................................................E Lots of simple science experiments for young children. Mountains and Valleys ............................................................................................................... M Looks at the bones of the Earth and how these seemingly still places are actually always moving. Includes 10 interactive and easy-to-do experiments that help us to understand how our environment works.


Multicultural Science and Math Connections……………………………………….............. M Students explore and practice brilliant discoveries from other civilizations through the readings and activities in this book. Part 1 highlights contributions of 14 cultures that are underrepresented in traditional curricula. Pat 2 features 10 outstanding scientists and mathematicians from various cultures and ethnic groups. Mystery Disease: Problem Based Learning........................................................................E, MS This problem-based unit combines science, social studies, math, research, group collaboration, and communication as student work in teams to solve the problem and present their findings. National Geographic: Mammals (CD-ROM) ………….………………...…...…...............E, M A multimedia encyclopedia. Each mammal entry is a treasure trove of sights, sounds, and fascinating information. An array of other resources allows you to explore the world of mammals in virtually unlimited ways. Natural Disasters………….………………...……………………………..………............. ..E, M Brings hurricanes, earthquakes, and tornadoes into the classroom with unique student lessons. Contains more than 40 relevant activities with blackline masters. Nature Print Paper (kit) ...............................................................................................................E Produces beautiful prints from natural or manmade objects. Paper undergoes a chemical change when exposed to sunlight. Images appear in minutes and are permanent. Nature with Children of All Ages ................................................................................................E Activities and adventures for exploring, learning, and enjoying the world around us. Oceanography………….………………...………………………………...………… ..........E, M An Engine-Uity mini center. Oceanography………….………………...………………………………...………… ..........E, M An Engine-Uity learning center about the ocean realm for grades 5-8. Oceanography (3 copies) ........................................................................................................E, M An Engine-Uity learning center about the ocean realm for grades 5-8. Includes ready-to-cut task cards, keyed to Bloom’s Taxonomy, bonus activities, step-by-step teacher’s guide, bibliography, and bulletin board letters. Oceans and Rivers………………………………………………………………………….E,M Looks at the ever-changing underwater world that covers nearly three quarters of our planet. Find out how rivers are created and how they transform their surroundings and more. The Oceans………….………………...…………………………………...……… ...........…E, M An Engine-Uity mini center. Oceans ......................................................................................................................................E, M A compilation of several Engine-Uity ocean-related mini centers. Topics include: oceanography, ocean mammals, ecology, tide pools, ocean fish, sea birds, coral reefs, and mollusks.


The Oceans………….………………...…………………………………...…… ...................E, M A book of questions and answers. This guide is filled with historical data, scientific theories, and sometimes surprising facts that will serve to increase your enjoyment and appreciation of the planet’s oceans. Oceans, Lakes, and Rivers………………………………….…………………….. ...............….E An educational coloring and activity book. Oobleck: What do scientists do? (teacher's guide) ………….……………….….. ............ .E, M Students make and scientifically investigate Oobleck (looks like liquid, but resists like a solid). Origami Sea Life………………………………….……………………………… ............... .E, M Each project is accompanied by a biological sketch of the animal to enhance the visual description. There are 38 models in all ranging from the lowly barnacle to the mighty whale. Our Mission to Planet Earth........................................................................................................E A guide to teaching the earth system science (for grades K-3). Our Solar System………………………………………………………………… ................E, M Travel among planets, moons, and asteroids on an incredible journey through space. Turn the "see-though" pages and be transported from the blazing Sun to distant, icy Pluto--and beyond. Our Solar System Interactive CD-Rom ................................................................................E, M Explore our solar system through this interactive CD-Rom that assists students in learning about the solar system, planets, and constellations. A glossary helps with vocabulary needs. A picture gallery is included. Owls, Barn………………………………………………………………………… ...............E, M This book tells the story of some barn owls that live near a village in Europe. Illustrated with beautiful color photographs. Owls: On Silent Wings…………………………………………………………………........E, M Start an owl study group, share what you learn with family and friends, join with others to speak up for owls and owl habitat, and more. Owl Pellet (resource manual)..…………………………………………………..............E, M, H Includes reproducible charts and activities to enhance owl pellet studies. Owl Pellet Investigation Field Biology Kit (boxed kit + folder) ....................................E, M, H Contents: 9 page study guide, plastic forceps, magnifying lens, 3 barn owl pellets for dissecting. Owls Up Close (video)........................................................................................................E, M, H With this engaging 55-minute collaboration, you, too, can rejoice in all 18 species of the wide-ranging North American owls. The Paper Airplane Book………………………………………………..……….................E, M How to make, decorate, and fly paper airplanes.


Paper Clip Science…………………………………………………...…………… ...............E, M With a box of paper clips and just a few other readily available supplies, you've got the makings of your own science lab! 65 fun and easy experiments allow budding scientists to safely create chemical reactions, have fun with water, work with electricity and magnetism, make toys and tricks, balance things, and more. Paper Engineering: for pop-up books and cards…………………………………........... ..E, M The purpose of this book is to stimulate interest in the imaginative possibilities of the kid of paper engineering which is used for pop-up book. It can be regarded as a basic dictionary or encyclopedia of mechanisms which do work and which can be used as starting points for further inventiveness. Physical Features………………………………………………………………… ..........…..E, M An Engine-Uity mini center. Physical Science: Hands-On Activities to Promote Student Involvement…….................E, M This book is designed--through a project-oriented, hand-on approach--to put science investigation in the hands of the students. A complete and basic physical science curriculum--everything you will need to encourage a truly investigative approach to science knowledge. Physics (Rats Pack) ……………………………………………...……………….......... …..M, H This package is designed to be a self-contained independent study unit for students who complete regular classroom assignments faster and with greater ease than do the majority of his or her classmates. Physics……………………………………………….……………...……………….…........ .E, M Explains aspects of elementary physics such as electricity, sound, light, color, magnetism, heat, air, and optics. Each section includes safe, simple experiments. Physics for Every Kid……………………………………………...……………….… ........ .E, M Now kids can learn the answers to questions in basic physics though 101 fun, safe, low-cost experiments and activities that can be performed at home or in the classroom. Physics, The Cartoon Guide to ..............................................................................................E, M You don't have to be a scientist to grasp complex ideas, because this book explains them all: velocity, acceleration, explosions, electricity and magnetism, circuits--even a taste of relativity theory--all in simple, clear, and funny illustrations. Physics, The Flying Circus of.................................................................................................E, M This original, offbeat book is a collection of problems and questions about physics in the real, everyday world. (NOW--with Answers) Pinhole Camera.......................................................................................................................E, M Planes: How to Fly a 747 ........................................................................................................E, M Places you in the pilot's seat, as an expert flyer explains how to put the plane through its paces--from takeoff to landing. You'll learn many amazing scientific facts and principles: what "thrust,"


"lift," and "drag" mean in plane terms; how the wings work; and much more. The Planets and Beyond ...............................................................................................................E An Engine-Uity prima center. Contains: 36 ready-to-cut task cards; oral kinesthetic, and written activities; a collection of 7 solar projects; bibliographies; a step-by-step teacher's guide; decorative figures and precut railroad board to simplify center construction. Plant Kingdom……………………………..…………………………...………… ............ ...E, M Contains: four full color posters and a black and white reduction of each poster, activities integrating all subjects, and teacher resource pages. Plants…………………………………………………………………………………………….M A book of hands-on experiments and interdisciplinary activities, including transparencies and a scientific glossary. Plants……………………………...………..…………………………...…………............... .E, M Plants come in every shape and size and grow almost everywhere on Earth. Climb to the highest reaches of the giant redwood and peer into the minute world of Arctic lichen. Plants…………………………………………………………………………...………........ .E, M With over 20 motivating and easy-to-use activities, this book will arouse student curiosity and provide a general understanding of basic biological facts. Plexers (science) …………………………………………………...…………… ................. M, H Plexers are a play on words. They may be perplexing at first because they may include symbols and numbers. You can use Plexers in many ways in your classroom, from adding one as a fun bonus item on a test to posting some on the bulletin board. Pond Life……………………………..…………………………….…...…………............. ...E, M A close-up look at the natural world of a pond. Primary Science Readers’ Theatre..............................................................................................E The 11 plays and follow-up activities reinforce basic science vocabulary and concepts in space, health, dinosaurs, habitats, the food chain, energy, life cycles, light and color, water, and matter. The activities and songs capitalize on students’ diversified learning styles by asking them to use different brain modalities. Prima Study Packet 1……………………………..……………………………. ................…....E Engine-Uity's independent study kit about animals for primary students. Prize-winning Science Fair Projects……………………………..………………............. ...E, M Science fair projects can be lots of fun. This book is full of interesting projects--from designing a better paper airplane to writing a computer program that draws pictures. You will learn how to do research, set up your experiment, and create your display for the science fair judges. Psychology For Kids...................................…................................…...................... ............ ..E, M 40 fun experiments that help you learn about yourself. Cartoons, quotes, fill-in-the-blanks, brain-teasers, experiments, and fascinating facts make it fun.


Psychology For Kids II.................................................…....................................... ............ ...E, M 40 fun experiments that help you learn about others. The experiments are based in science, but they feel like games. Puffin: A Journey Home……………………………………….……..….…...… ...............……E A fictional story about a puffin on its migratory journey. Reach For the Stars ................................................................................................................E, M The program activities selected offer an exciting and innovative space and aeronautic exploration, in both large and small group formats. River Life .......................................................................................................................................E A close-up look at the natural world of a river. River Ran Wild, A……………………………………….……..….…..………………...............E A Reading Rainbow book. Rock and Mineral Collection...................................................................................................... E Rocks and Minerals……………...…………………………..………..…...…….... ..............E, M A new generation of illustrated pocket books. Systematically organized for easy access to information. Quick reference section contains timeline, lists, glossary, and index. Rocks and Minerals (kit) ........................................................................................................E, M

Experiments that transform every student into a scientist and problem solver. Hands-on activities for grades 4-6.

Rocks and Minerals (minilab)............................................................................................... E, M Includes: experiments with 14 rocks and minerals, grow beautiful crystals, learn how nature makes rocks by making one yourself, and rock and mineral display cards. Rocks and Minerals, an Instant Guide to…………...…………………………..………... .E, M Instant guide to the most familiar rocks and minerals of North America described and illustrated in full color. Rocks and Minerals, Peterson First Guides .........................................................................E, M A simplified field guide to common gems, ores, and other rocks and minerals. Rocks and Minerals, the Pocket Guide to....................................................................... E, M, H This pocket field guide illustrates a wide selection of rocks and minerals to be found worldwide. Includes: color illustrations, up-to-date descriptions of minerals and rock types, clear and concise text, and methods of identifying, cleaning, conserving and presenting specimens are described in full detail. Rubrics, Checklists, and Other Assessments for the Science You Teach……..... ...................E Easy assessments to use with your favorite science activities, instant teacher checklist, student


self-assessment form, and a ready-to-go rubric. Save the Rain Forest……………………………………….…………………...….… ................E An educational coloring and activity book. Science……………...………………………….……………………….………...…...….............E The perfect introduction to the wonders of science for the beginning researcher! More than 100 easy-to-read topics covering all branches of science, more than 400 colorful photographs, illustrations, and diagrams, and cross references on every page help young readers look up information. Science Activities with Simple Things……………...…………………………..….................. M Features 53 pretested experiments and demonstrations--each with a stated problem, purpose, materials list, and detailed procedures. Science and Technology, Encyclopedia of (illustrated)………….…………… ............. …M, H The Usborne Illustrated Encyclopedia of Science and Technology. Contains: over 1,500 illustrations; projects, experiments, and activities; clear scientific explanations in simple language. Science Art……………...…………………………..………..……..……..…………..................E Projects and activities that teach science concepts and develop processing skills. Science Enrichment ......................................................................................................................E Includes a collection of science activities that will complement and enrich any science curriculum. Topics include: electricity, magnets, the moon, stars, weather, plants, food chains, dinosaurs, and fossils. Science Experiments You Can Eat……………………………..…………..……................E, M You kitchen will be transformed into a laboratory worthy of a mad scientist as you make startling discoveries. Then after a long day of lab you can relax and eat your results. Science Experiments You Can Eat II…………………………..…………..……................E, M Here are some easy experiments to perform in you kitchen laboratory. Heating and cooling, freezing and thawing, dehydration, distillation--and above all, tasting--are among the simple procedures by which you can produce and observe changes in food. Science Experiments and Amusement for Children………………………………..................E The 73 scientific experiments described in this book can easily be done by children on their own, without supervision of a parent or teacher. Explicit directions are given for each step, and the only equipment required can be found around the house. Science Facts.......................................................................................................................E, M, H A new generation of illustrated pocket books. Systematically organized for easy access to information. Quick reference section contains timeline, lists, glossary, and index. Science Fair Projects……………………………………………………................………...E, M A practical, simple guide for developing science projects.


Science Lab: the ultimate science pack………………………………..……................…...E, M Discover electricity, magnetism, jet power, and more with over 50 exciting experiments! Science Projects…………………………..…………..……..………….………............... …….M The projects cover many topics, providing you with a large selection so that you may choose those projects that best fit the needs of your class. Science Projects…………………………..…………..……..………….……………............... .M The activities in this book are designed primarily for general use in the classroom, although they can be easily adapted for individual science projects. Most of the activities have been found to benefit students by directly participating in science experiments. Science Snackbook…………………………..…………..……..………….…….........................E A resource for science teachers, by science teachers. Science through Children's Literature……………………………..……… .................………E The purpose of this book is to suggest an alternative approach to the teaching of elementary science in light of more contemporary definitions of both reading and science. This method utilizes well-selected and conceptually and factually correct works of fictional children's literature. Science through the Microscope………………………………..………….…............…….E, M The body; insects; atoms and cells; plants and seeds; forensic detection; detecting the past; frontiers of medicine; around the home. Science to the Rescue……………………………..…………………………… ...............….E, M In this book, you'll discover a number of the creative ways in which science is solving real-life problems and making an important difference. There are hands-on activities to investigate, problem-solving situations to tackle, and opportunities to invent. Sciencewise (Book 1) .....................................................................................................................E Discover the scientific process through problem solving. The book is divided into two sections: Dynamo Demos (teacher-led experiments) and Creative Challenges (student expereiments). Science with Air……………………………………………………....……….................………E This colorful book is packed with exciting scientific activities, such as steering a model glider, finding the direction of the wind, and making an air-powered rocket balloon. These experiments and tricks are all carefully designed to help young scientists explore the intriguing properties of air, using only ordinary household equipment. Science with Light & Mirrors………………………………………………..............…………E This colorful book is packed with exciting scientific activities designed to help young children explore the intriguing properties of light. All the experiments and tricks are all carefully designed to help young scientists explore the intriguing properties of air using only ordinary household equipment. Scientific Encounters of the Curious Kind…………………………………… ...............…E, M


Reading activities that explore nature's most intriguing life forms. Scientific Encounters of the Endangered Kind………………………………................…E, M Reading activities that explore nature's endangered species. Secret Formulas (teacher's guide)….…………………………………….……….… ................E Young students become laboratory scientists and creative inventors as they make their own paste, toothpaste, cola, and ice cream. This unit allows students the opportunity to focus on observing and describing the properties and attributes of substances. Seven Ideas that Shock the Universe………………………………………….................. M, HS Explores the history of seven important themes in physics: Copernican astronomy, Newtonian mechanics, energy and entropy, relativity, quantum theory, and conservation principles and symmetries. Simple Machines Mini Center ...............................................................................................E, M An Engine-Uity center. Simple Machines (kit)…………………………………………………………................. ....E, M Experiments that transform every student into a scientist and problem solver. Hands-on activities for grades 4-6. Snakes, A Learning Center (4-12) ................................................................................. E, M, HS Ready made activity cards related to snakes and designed around Bloom’s Taxonomy. Solar Energy…………………………………………………………………………………….M A series of simple, revealing experiments developed by the American Museum of Atomic Energy. Sound……………………………………………………………..………………................ ..E, M A closer look at the world of sound through art, science, history, geography, literature, math, and the natural world with interesting observations, fascinating facts and practical projects that are fun and easy to do. Sound……………………………………………………………..………………................ ..E, M Activities designed to demonstrate the properties and sources of sound. Includes complete manual and equipment. Space Age Crystals………………………………………………….…………................E, M, H The art and science of crystal growing--on earth, and in space. Space, Big Book of…………………………………………….……………….................….E, M Lively, colorful art, absorbing facts, and delightful surprises will show you how sizes, shapes, patterns, and spaces make the world we live in such a fascinating place. Space JINGO……………………………………………………....……………..............E, M, H A BINGO style game - fun for all ages, complete for up to 30 players.


Sports Science for Young People…………………………………………….….............E, M, H Hundreds of sports-related questions are answered in this fascinating book--an easy-to-follow examination of the specific principles underlying baseball, football, basketball, and other sports. Stamp Collection, 1992 Commemorative………………………………………………….M,H The Stars .............................................................................................................................E, M, H Pictures and explanations of constellations. Stickybear's Science Fair: Light..................................................................................................E This Windows/Macintosh CD presents a content rich environment which allows students to explore, experiment with, and understand light and its properties. Users work with prisms, lenses, color mixing, optical illusions, and more. Portfolio evaluation with tests and quizzes is included. Stories in Stone…………………………………………….……………………................ ...E, M By examining actual specimens of the Earth's crust, students learn about basic processes that have shaped and transformed the Earth over billions of years. Super Motion…………………………………………….………...………………............. ..E, M Find out all about motion with this book as your guide. Clear, precise test and color illustrations lead you step-by-step through a wide range of experiments. Ten Minute Field Trips…………………………………………….………...…… ................…E A teacher's guide to using the school grounds for environmental studies. 3 Pigs & the Scientific Wolf, The.................................................................................................E Students learn about simple machines—the lever, wheel and axle (pulley), inclined plane, wedge, screw and gear. Trees, Field Guide to ……………………………...……………………………................ ..M, H National Audubon Society Field Guide to Trees - Eastern Region Trees and Forests………………………………….………………….…...……… ...............E, M Through spectacular art and interactive elements in the book, you can: feel differences in bark texture on an embossed page, read a minibook about the first plants and animals on Earth, open flaps that reveal the mysterious world of the forest at night, watch a giant sequoia unfold, complete illustrations with reusable vinyl stickers, and more! Trees of North America…………………………………………….……...................….E, M, H A Golden Field Guide is a treasured tool, a fascinating and invaluable aid for the nature lover in action. Tropical Marine Fishes, Field Guide to .............................................................................. M, H National Audubon Society guide to fishes of the Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico, Florida, Bahamas, and Bermuda Tropical Rainforests…………………………………………….………...… .................………E


Explore the tropical rainforest--enchanted yet fragile home to half the animals and plants on earth. Tuning Fork Set…………………………………………….………..………… ..............E, M, H Turn on the Lights from Bed!..............................................................................................E, MS With the help of this book, children can impress family and friends with electronic gadgets and contraptions that they can make. The Unconventional Invention Book…………………………………...….…................E, M, H Classroom activities for activating student inventiveness. The Universe……………………………………………………...….…...…….................…E, M In this unique introduction, young children can discover the solar system, follow the life of a star, and stare at the Sun--close-up! This fabulous voyage takes children to the Moon, introduces them to each of the planets, and invites them to wonder about the millions of galaxies beyond our own. Visual Encyclopedia of Science………………………………………………….............E, M, H Using highly visual techniques, the reference book provides both the general and the specific knowledge of the major branches of modern science. Each important topic is explained with carefully-prepared text, photographs, illustrations, maps, tables, charts and fact boxes. Water, the Source of Life…………………………………………….…...……… ...............E, M Designed to be read, handled, and fully experienced. Weather…………………………………………….………...……………………................E, M Discover why thunderstorms and tornadoes occur, how the water cycle works, and why wind is created. Includes lively text, full-color illustrations, and all the necessary equipment; this book is a must for young meteorologists everywhere! Weather…………………………………………….………...……………………................E, M An Engine-Uity learning center about meteorology for grades 4-6. Weather....................................................................................................................................E, M Questivities: "Questioning Activities" that promote active questioning for individuals, partners, and groups. Weather....................................................................................................................................E, M Part of the Nature Company Discoveries Library, a dynamic new reference series for children. Atmospheric illustrations, strong photographs and lively text engage and encourage readers to discover for themselves the world around them. Weather Forecasting, The Basic Essentials of………………………………..…...........….E, M Discover simple techniques to predict weather. Understand geographic weather variations caused by mountains, valleys, and deserts. Weather Meter…………………………………………….………………….… ........................E


Measure weather by yourself with this 6 way weather meter. Weather Phenomena: Hurricanes…………………………………………….…...........….E, M An Engine-Uity mini center. Weather Station Activity Fun Pack.............................................................................................E Included in this pack are a useful temperature conversion thermometer, a global climate wheel, and a weather chart complete with color-coded labels to map you own weather observations. Weather: The Chaos Which Surrounds Us ..........................................................................E, M This interactive CD helps students to learn about the weather and its effects. The unit begins with the seasons and proceeds through the various types of weather phenomena. A teacher guide accompanies the CD. Ten chapters are covered through video or script. Highlighted vocabulary is explained below the text box. Wetlands ..................................................................................................................................E, M An informative book that includes easy-to-follow experiments and projects that let you experience just how important wetlands are to everyone. What If?: Mind-Boggling Science Questions for Kids ........................................................E, M Bizarre brainteasers and ingenious inquiries set the stage for a fantastic foray into the wacky world of real science. Contains captivating cartoons and quick, fun-filled experiments that will stretch your mind and your imagination. What It Feels Like to be a Building........................................................................................... M Have you ever felt squashed? Squeezed? Pulled? Tugged? If so, then you know what it feels like to be a building! Here, with playful drawings and humorous text, human figures are used to show that architecture and people have more in common than you might think. Wild About Life...................................................................................................................... M, H A 4 -part program about biodiversity for middle and high school science curriculum. Wild Critters..................................................................................................................................E Whimsical verse in the tradition of Ogden Nash and rare photographs of wild animals and birds of the north. Wildflowers.........................................................................................................................E, M, H This pocket field guide illustrates a wide selection of wild flowers to be found across North America. Includes: over 490 expertly crafted watercolor illustrations of plants from a wide range of habitats, concise text, unusual facts about each species' properties and uses, and an extensive glossary for ease of reference. Wildflowers, Field Guide to …………………………………………………… ............... ..M, H National Audubon Society Field Guide to Wildflowers - Eastern Region Wildflowers Coloring Book, Field Guide to ………………………………… ................. , M, H The quickest, most enjoyable way to learn about nature is by coloring your own field guide. Features: all the common species of North America, clear descriptions of each species, and


realistic scenes of natural habitats. Wind and Weather…….……….….…………………..…………………….……................E, M Designed to be read, handled, and fully experienced! Watch the development with 3D glasses, turn transparent pages to see how fog obscures the landscape or how a desert mirage appears, pull up a double fold-up to see clouds in the atmosphere, and complete illustrations with reusable vinyl stickers. Wind Energy…….……….….…………………..…………………..……….……................E, M A supplementary folder of materials dealing with wind energy. Wings and Things: Origami That Flies…….……….….…………………..…… ...............E, M This delightful book shows how to make 32 origami models that really fly. All designs are made simply by folding squares of rectangles of paper (and even dollar bills!) without cutting, gluing, taping, or weighting. Wolves…….……….….…………………..…………………….………………… ................…..E Young Discoverers Encyclopedia of Facts and Experiments…….……….….….....................E Discover how important the balance of nature is, what colors white light is made of, how telephones work, which creatures see with sound, why the members of your family look alike, ways to save energy, and more! Young Inventors at Work! Learning Science by Doing Science……………… ................E, M Here are 24 technology-based problems that are sure to capture students' interest as well as engage their problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. Young Scientists Explore: The World Around Them (book 1).……………… ................…...E Young Scientists Explore: The Moon (book 3).………………………………..…....................E Young Scientists Explore: The Weather (book 5).……………………………..…...................E Young Scientists Explore: Inner and Outer Space (book 6).………………….................…...E Zero to Einstein in 60.……………….………………..……...………………..……........….E, M A collection of 60 quick and inexpensive science experiments guaranteed to cure science nincompoopitis. Zoo in the Sky.……………….………………..……...………………..…….……................…..E A book of animal constellations.

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