Describes an exploratory activity leading preschool children to become acquainted with the concept of time. (Author/EB)

Describes how to construct an inexpensive microscope that uses a drop of water rather than a glass bead for a lens. (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 illustrating in an…

Presents detailed teaching plans for activities with "rubberized" magnets as well as background information and alternative teaching-learning approaches. This activity may be used to develop student skills in inferring and in observing evidence of interaction. Includes instructions for equipment construction. (BR)

Describes activities dealing with the surface tension of water designed to capture interest and raise questions in students. (BR)

Offers guidelines for setting up a science fair, establishes criteria for project evaluation and discusses judging and awards. (BR)

Describes the construction of a model to show circumpolar stars. (BR)

Describes how beekeeping became a class project and the educational benefits of the project. Also describes how to prepare a group to maintain its own hive and suggests resource materials. (BR)

Describes springs as an inexpensive piece of science equipment to use in a first grade classroom. (BR)

Discusses the A-T approach in conjunction with a structured science program, such as COPES, which provides opportunities for independent study and student self-pacing and is a means for increasing student comprehension. This approach can also help absentee students catch up as well as students who enter mid-year. (BR)

Discusses three kits developed by museums in British Columbia for use in rural classrooms. The science kit on marine biology consists of modules which included specimens, books, audiovisual materials and student activities. (BR)

This column reviews commercially produced science curricula and highlights "Individualized Science" by Imperial International Learning Corporation. A description of the program is given as well as specific aspects of the organization of units and materials used. (BR)

Suggests using food as a resource for the discovery and experimental methods of learning with preschoolers. (BR)

Presents directions for an activity designed to illustrate the function of plant nutrients. (PEB)