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| Tisdale, Mary | 3 |
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| Smith, Shelley | 1 |
| Wooster, Elizabeth | 1 |
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Peer reviewedBrook, Richard; Smith, Shelley; Tisdale, Mary – Science and Children, 1995
Discusses "The Big Empty" or, the Great Basin. Suggests that it is not empty but rather a great ecosystem rich in plants, animals, and minerals. Presents information and activities to guide students in exploring the Great Basin in order to understand the ways in which such an arid and seemingly harsh environment can support so many…
Descriptors: Animals, Ecology, Elementary Secondary Education, Environmental Education
Peer reviewedBrook, Richard; Tisdale, Mary – Science and Children, 1993
Explains how archaeologists who found the "Mesa Site" in Northern Alaska used evidence to make interpretations about America's earliest settlers. Includes related science activities and a color poster. (PR)
Descriptors: Alaska Natives, Archaeology, Elementary Education, Elementary School Science
Peer reviewedBooth, Bibi; Brook, Richard; Tisdale, Mary; Wooster, Elizabeth – Science and Children, 2001
Summarizes the history of wild horses in North America and explains the social structure of horses. Discusses issues related to wildlife management. Presents activities for classroom use and includes a list of references and resources. (YDS)
Descriptors: Horses, Science Activities, Science Education, Wildlife
