Describes in detail a public school program exclusively for gifted children, grades K-12. Discusses criteria for entry into the program, provides profiles of the students, and explains evaluation of student progress. (MA)

Describes a humanistic, child-oriented science program for gifted students. Stresses open structure, varied learning styles, and experimentation. (MA)

Describes observational measures being developed to diagnose handicapped children with high ability. Discusses the program for deaf, blind, and learning disabled students at The American University. (MA)

Describes a science curriculum, grades 1-12, which features an interdisciplinary approach with a focus on science as an adjunct to reading and math. (Author/MA)

Describes a resource center where teachers of the gifted can explore new teaching methods, create materials and curricula, assist other teachers in developing classroom techniques, and create a unique learning opportunity for teachers of gifted children. (MA)

Suggests science activities for gifted students based on the characteristics and needs identified and discussed in the article. (MA)

Presents examples of creative humor activities produced by gifted elementary students. These include droodles, create-a-creature, wanted posters, and work machines. (MA)

Outlines the formula and the preparation needed to design lesson plans adaptable to any science situation. Provides a detailed example using molds. (Author/MA)

Describes the development and content of an interdisciplinary unit for gifted students on hurricanes. Includes activities, games, and resources. (MA)

The classroom care and maintenance of terrestrial isopods is described. Includes illustrations of isopod external anatomy, a potato trap for collecting isopods, and a constructed habitat for raising isopods. (MA)

Lists characteristics possessed by gifted young children and provides a checklist of processes necessary to the development of their special talents. Suggests ways to use this information in developing a curriculum for the gifted and talented student. (MA)

Describes a geology unit that incorporates a fossil dig for fifth grade students. Includes an outline of the unit's scope and a description of the activities prior to and during the fossil dig. (MA)

Describes a laboratory school environmental science program that utilizes university students of all majors to develop and teach lessons for field trips. Activities include water analysis and stream gradient determination. (MA)

Provides suggestions for preparing, maintaining, and using a beehive. Includes addresses of bee supply companies and blueprints for constructing a hive. (MA)

Offers suggestions of ways to encourage problem solving activities on the playground. (MA)